Clinical Dietitian II

Grand River Health; Rifle (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay range

Benefits package

Perks: gym discounts, ski passes, etc.

Job summary

Grand River Health is hiring a Clinical Dietitian II for the Rifle, CO campus. You will provide comprehensive nutrition care, diabetes education, and multidisciplinary collaboration to support patient health.

Requires RD status, CDCES credential, BLS, and 2+ years in clinical or outpatient settings. Competitive hourly pay with strong benefits and on‑call responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in dietetics or closely related field from an accredited college or university.
• Current Registered Dietitian (RD) status with ongoing professional development.
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) credential required and maintained.
• Additional specialty certification (e.g., CLC, CNSC); pump certification preferred; BLS within 3 months.
• Minimum of two years of professional experience in clinical or outpatient settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nutritional care through assessments, care planning, monitoring, education and counseling.
• Support diabetes patients with education and self-management training.
• Manage diet, supplements, enteral and parenteral nutrition and related orders.
• Collaborate with care team to support diabetes management and prevent complications.
• Participate in performance improvement and maintain regulatory compliance, including on-call coverage.
• Perform a variety of tasks as assigned.

Skills

Diabetes education

Clinical nutrition

Patient education

Care planning

Interprofessional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics

Registered Dietitian (RD) status

CDCES credential

BLS certification

Job description

Clinical DietitianII FT Grand River Health | Rifle, CO

At Grand River, we are more than a hospital - we are neighbors taking care of neighbors proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect, friendliness, and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.

What You’ll Do

Provide comprehensive nutritional care through patient assessments, care planning, monitoring, education, and counseling across a variety of settings. Support patients with diabetes through individualized education and self-management training to promote health and prevent complications.

• Assess patients’ nutritional needs and develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans.
• Manage diet, supplement, enteral and parenteral nutrition, and laboratory data orders in accordance with facility policies.
• Provide age-appropriate diabetes education, counseling, and skills training to individuals and groups, following ADCES standards and guidelines.
• Collaborate with the Health Education Coaching Director and care team to support diabetes management and prevent complications.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with applicable state, licensing, accreditation, and regulatory requirements, including flexibility for on‑call, evening, and weekend coverage as needed.
• Perform a variety of tasks and other duties as assigned.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a knowledgeable, patient‑focused dietitian with strong clinical nutrition skills and a passion for helping patients manage diabetes. The ideal candidate brings the required credentials, a commitment to continued learning, and experience supporting patients across a variety of care settings.

• Bachelor’s degree in dietetics or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
• Current Registered Dietitian (RD) status with ongoing professional development and required continuing education.
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) credential required and maintained throughout employment with GRHD.
• Additional specialty certification required (e.g., CLC, CNSC); diabetic pump certification preferred. Current BLS certification required within three months of hire and maintained throughout employment.
• Minimum of two years of professional experience in a similar clinical or outpatient setting preferred.

What We Offer:

• Pay Range:$32.35 -$46.20/hour (based on experience)
• Comprehensive Benefits:Medical, dental, vision, PTO from day one, extended illness time, retirement plan with match, and more.
• Perks:Payroll deductions for hot springs, gyms, ski passes, pet insurance, access to outdoor recreation, and more!

Compensation may vary outside this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience.

Position is open until filled unless posted otherwise.

Why Join Grand River Health?

As a special taxing district, we are accountable to our community, allowing us to prioritize exceptional patient‑centered care over financial bottom lines.Our main hospital campus is located in picturesque Rifle, Colorado with twenty‑five beds providing a wide range of services, along with a long‑term care center and a satellite campus. While the secret is out that this is a great place to live, the atmosphere of a caring and friendly community has been preserved amid a steady growth of population.

OUR MISSION:

To improve the health and well‑being of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION:

To be our communities’ first choice in quality healthcare.