Clinical Dietitian II: Acute Care & Educator

Cedars-Sinai; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Dietitian II to provide nutrition care in an acute setting. You will assess, plan, and coordinate nutritional services for diverse patients, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and food services. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, education, and quality improvement.

The position requires an RD credential, 2 years of acute care experience, and strong communication and leadership skills to support the department and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Dietetics, Nutrition or a related field - Required
• Master's Degree Dietetics, Nutrition or a related field - Preferred
• 2 years Experience as a clinical dietitian in an acute environment - Minimum

Responsibilities

• Conducts and coordinates nutrition assessments and goals with patient care team.
• Applies Nutrition Care Process and NFPE skills for malnutrition assessment and education.
• Communicates nutrition care with multidisciplinary team and food service.
• Participates in rounds, care conferences and discharge planning.
• Documents care in the medical record and tracks patient outcomes.
• Precepts students and educates staff as assigned.
• Keeps current with evidence-based nutrition recommendations and participates in quality projects.
• Adheres to ethics, policies, and hospital standards and compliance.

Skills

Assessment

Planning

Communication

Evaluation

Critical thinking

Quality improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree Dietetics

Master's Degree Dietetics (preferred)

Job description

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Dietitian II to provide nutrition care in an acute setting. You will assess, plan, and coordinate nutritional services for diverse patients, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and food services. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, education, and quality improvement.

The position requires an RD credential, 2 years of acute care experience, and strong communication and leadership skills to support the department and patient outcomes.