Clinical Dietitian: Patient-Centered Nutrition & Outcomes

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Dietitian (Clinical) in Nutrition & Food Service in Reno, NV. The role provides medical nutrition expertise, coordinates nutrition care for Veterans, and collaborates with health care teams to set patient-centered goals and improve outcomes.

The Dietitian will implement Medical Nutrition Therapy, document ADIME notes, and utilize virtual care to expand access. Registration as an RDN/RD is required or eligibility validated by ACEND standards.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required; non-citizens allowed only per VA policy
• RDN or RD credential required; or eligible for credentialing
• GS-07/09/11 path with progression contingent on credential attainment
• Foreign degrees evaluated to meet ACEND standards or equivalent
• ACEND-accredited supervised practice verification required for eligibility
• Physical requirements: standard clinical duties with accommodations possible

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments using the Nutritional Care Process
• Develop and implement Medical Nutrition Therapy to address diagnoses
• Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of MNT interventions
• Document MNT in medical records using ADIME format
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to enhance patient care and dining experience
• Utilize virtual care technology to improve access to care
• Maintain productivity and accurate clinical records

Skills

NCP care process

Evidence-based nutrition

Patient-centered goals

Team collaboration

Virtual care

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or related field

ACEND-accredited supervised practice

Tools

NCP documentation systems

Electronic Health Records

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Dietitian (Clinical) in Nutrition & Food Service in Reno, NV. The role provides medical nutrition expertise, coordinates nutrition care for Veterans, and collaborates with health care teams to set patient-centered goals and improve outcomes.

The Dietitian will implement Medical Nutrition Therapy, document ADIME notes, and utilize virtual care to expand access. Registration as an RDN/RD is required or eligibility validated by ACEND standards.