Clinical Dietitian - Inpatient

Ochsner Health; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization is seeking a Registered Dietitian to coordinate nutritional care for patients. The role involves developing nutrition care plans, providing education, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or a related field and possess Registered Dietitian status.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian status with CDR of the ADA is required.
• 1 year clinical work experience with knowledge of therapeutic nutrition.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients’ nutritional needs and creates nutrition care plans.
• Provides nutritional education and counseling.
• Documents records completely and accurately.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or related field

Tools

Windows-style applications

Healthcare software

Job description

This job coordinates the nutritional care of patients. Completes nutritional assessments, prepares nutrition care plans, recommends nutritional therapies, and monitors the effectiveness of nutritional care. Provides nutrition education to promote improved health and complies with regulatory requirements. Conducts and participates in community education, marketing, and public relations efforts. Attends committee meetings as assigned. Participates in in-services and continuing education programs.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at Ochsner's discretion.

Education:

• Required - Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or related field.

Work Experience:

• Required - 1 year clinical work experience with knowledge of normal and therapeutic nutrition, nutrition screening and support principles, and modified diets.

Certifications:

• Required - Registered Dietitian status with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) of the ADA. Current licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist status with LBEDN.
• Preferred - Certification in specialty area.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities: (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong personal commitment to professional development and maintaining clinical services that are evidence based.
• Excellent analytical skills to assess nutritional status and develop appropriate care plans based on problems identified.
• Excellent 0rganizational and prioritization skills to meet frequent deadlines.

Job Duties:

• Assesses patients’ nutritional needs and creates nutrition care plans.
• Provides nutritional education and counseling.
• Documents records completely and accurately.
• Supports departmental goals.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.