Clinical Dietitian - PRN

Personal Touch Home Health Care Services Inc.; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Personal Touch Home Health Care Services Inc. is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to deliver medical nutrition therapy within an interdisciplinary healthcare team in the Austell area, GA.

You will assess nutrition needs, create personalized care plans, monitor patient outcomes, and educate patients and families on dietary requirements. The role requires RD/RDN eligibility within 6 months, LD licensure in Georgia within 6 months, and 1–2 years of clinical experience, with EMR proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition/dietetics (ACEND-accredited program).
• RD/RDN certification due within 6 months of hire.
• Dietitian licensure (LD) in state within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient nutrition status and develop tailored care plans.
• Implement and evaluate nutrition interventions to improve health outcomes.
• Provide nutrition education on diets, supplements, and community resources.
• Manage enteral nutrition support and transitional feeding plans.
• Apply evidence-based practices and Nutrition Care Process.
• Participate in performance improvement and quality initiatives.
• Mentor dietetic interns and technicians.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Education

BSc in Nutrition/Dietetics

ACEND-accredited supervised practice

Tools

EMR

Job description

Role Overview

A Clinical Dietitian provides medical nutrition therapy as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team. Responsibilities include conducting nutrition assessments, developing and implementing personalized nutrition care plans, and monitoring patient outcomes. The role involves performing nutrition-focused physical exams, educating patients and families on dietary needs, and managing nutrition support such as enteral feeding. The dietitian applies evidence-based practices, utilizes the Nutrition Care Process, and documents all patient interactions accurately. They participate in quality improvement initiatives, research activities, and mentor dietetic interns and technicians. Continuous professional development and adherence to organizational and regulatory standards are essential.

Role Overview

A Clinical Dietitian provides medical nutrition therapy as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team. Responsibilities include conducting nutrition assessments, developing and implementing personalized nutrition care plans, and monitoring patient outcomes. The role involves performing nutrition-focused physical exams, educating patients and families on dietary needs, and managing nutrition support such as enteral feeding. The dietitian applies evidence-based practices, utilizes the Nutrition Care Process, and documents all patient interactions accurately. They participate in quality improvement initiatives, research activities, and mentor dietetic interns and technicians. Continuous professional development and adherence to organizational and regulatory standards are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patient nutrition status and develop tailored care plans.
• Implement and evaluate nutrition interventions to improve health outcomes.
• Provide nutrition education on diets, supplements, and community resources.
• Manage enteral nutrition support and transitional feeding plans.
• Apply research and best practices to optimize patient care.
• Participate in performance improvement and quality initiatives.
• Mentor interns and maintain professional competencies.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition/dietetics and completion of an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program.
• Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist (RD/RDN) certification required within 6 months of hire.
• Licensure as a Dietitian (LD) in the state within 6 months.
• One to two years of clinical experience preferred; familiarity with electronic medical records essential.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.