Clinical Dietitian PRN

St. David's HealthCare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) matching

Education support

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Texas is hiring a Clinical Dietitian PRN to assess patient nutritional statuses and design programs for health improvement. The role requires providing nutrition counseling, conducting screenings, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. A Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and valid Dietitian credentials are necessary. Employees enjoy extensive benefits, including medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and education assistance.

Qualifications

• 1 year of clinical nutrition experience in an acute care hospital is preferred.
• Registered Dietitian (R.D.) credential within 6 months of employment required.
• 6 months of experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional status of patients and design nutrition programs.
• Provide evidence-based nutrition counseling to patients.
• Conduct nutritional screenings and assessments of patients.

Skills

Clinical nutrition experience

Nutrition counseling

Collaboration with physicians

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition

Registered Dietitian credential

Licensed Dietitian in Texas

Job description

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as an Clinical Dietitian PRN today with St. David's South Austin Medical Center.

Job Summary and Qualifications

As the Registered Clinical Dietician you will be responsible for assessing the nutritional status of patients and designing nutrition programs to maintain or improve their health. As the Registered Dietitian (R.D.) you will serve as a consultant within the Food and Nutrition Department and make recommendations on menu options, snacks, and other aspects of nutritional provision.

• You will provide evidence-based nutrition counseling to patients on modified diets.
• You will conduct nutritional screenings and assessments of patients.
• You will collaborate with physicians to coordinate and implement nutritional recommendations.
• You will identify and communicate potential nutritional implications of medications and document this information in patients' records.
• You will assist the Food Service Department Dietary Aides with patient food selection and which foods are allowed and disallowed based on the prescribed diet.

Qualifications

• 1 year of clinical nutrition experience in an acute care hospital setting – preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Nutrition with successful completion of American Dietetic Association (ADA) approved internship or coordinated undergraduate program.
• Registered Dietitian (R.D.) credential or eligible with the Commission on Dietetic Registration within 6 months of initial employment.
• Licensed Dietitian (L.D.) with the Texas State Board of Examiners of Dieticians within 6 months of initial employment.
• 6 months experience required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

St. David's South Austin Medical Center is a 368‑bed acute care hospital within St. David’s HealthCare, offering comprehensive specialty and sub‑specialty services. Key programs include a nationally accredited oncology program featuring the region’s only adult Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program; a Level II trauma center; advanced cardiac, stroke, and orthopedic services; full‑service maternity and newborn care; and four community emergency centers in Bee Cave and Bastrop.

The facility is affiliated with the Texas Institute for Robotic Surgery, providing advanced robotic capabilities for orthopedics, open heart and lung procedures, complex GI surgery, surgical oncology, general and colorectal surgery, and urology. It was also among the first hospitals in Central Texas to integrate CT imaging with robotics for early lung cancer detection.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual." – Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. – HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Clinical Dietitian PRN opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.