Clinical Dietitian: Nutrition Therapy & Education

UCHealth University of Colorado Health; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition assistance / reimbursement

Onsite wellness programs

Employee discount programs

Job summary

UCHealth University of Colorado Health in Aurora, Colorado, is seeking a qualified dietitian to plan, coordinate, and implement nutrition therapy services for diverse patient populations. This onsite role emphasizes clinical assessment, diet planning, and collaboration with the care team.

In this PRN, dayshift position, you will evaluate nutritional status, diagnose nutrition-related needs, develop and monitor care plans, and provide education to patients and staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Nutrition or related field.
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in clinical nutrition.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and implements nutrition therapy services for assigned patient populations.
• Assesses patient's nutritional status and derives nutrition diagnoses from assessment data.
• Develops interventions and plan of care using best available evidence and practices.
• Monitors patient progress and measures outcomes; teaches patients and healthcare team as needed.
• Precepts and participates in departmental initiatives related to patient care.

Job description

UCHealth University of Colorado Health in Aurora, Colorado, is seeking a qualified dietitian to plan, coordinate, and implement nutrition therapy services for diverse patient populations. This onsite role emphasizes clinical assessment, diet planning, and collaboration with the care team.

In this PRN, dayshift position, you will evaluate nutritional status, diagnose nutrition-related needs, develop and monitor care plans, and provide education to patients and staff.