Clinical Dietitian: Patient Nutrition & Care Plans

Community Health Systems; Palmer (AK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a part-time Clinical Dietitian to evaluate, implement, and improve patient nutrition care in a hospital setting. You will manage physician-ordered therapeutic diets, provide nutrition education, and contribute to patient satisfaction initiatives.

You will collaborate with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, document the care provided, and ensure compliance with nutrition standards and policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field.
• 0-2 years of clinical dietetics experience in a hospital or healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive nutritional assessments using medical records, patient interviews, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Develops and implements individualized care plans, evaluates their effectiveness, and revises them as needed to support optimal patient outcomes.
• Documents all relevant aspects of nutritional care in accordance with departmental and regulatory standards.
• Educates patients, families, and caregivers on nutrition-related topics through individual consultations, group classes, and community presentations.
• Participates in healthcare team meetings to discuss patient care needs and collaborate on treatment plans.
• Serves as a resource for medical staff, nursing services, and other departments by providing expertise in clinical nutrition.
• Assists with menu planning and portion specifications to ensure compliance with therapeutic diet requirements.
• Monitors patient meal acceptance, conducts unit rounds as needed, and addresses concerns to enhance patient satisfaction.
• Revises and maintains policies and procedures related to clinical nutrition to ensure quality and compliance with current standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Clinical nutrition knowledge

Communication

EMR proficiency

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics

Tools

EMR systems

Documentation software

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking a part-time Clinical Dietitian to evaluate, implement, and improve patient nutrition care in a hospital setting. You will manage physician-ordered therapeutic diets, provide nutrition education, and contribute to patient satisfaction initiatives.

You will collaborate with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, document the care provided, and ensure compliance with nutrition standards and policies.