Clinical Nutrition II - Registered Dietitian II - Adult Acute Medicine & Surgery

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to deliver essential nutrition care to patients in a dynamic environment. This role involves working with diverse patient populations, providing counseling, and ensuring adherence to ethical standards in dietetics. With opportunities for advancement and a supportive team, you will play a crucial role in enhancing patient outcomes. If you are passionate about nutrition and eager to make a difference, this position offers a rewarding career path with a competitive sign-on bonus and a commitment to professional growth.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Flexible Hours

Weekend Work Opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian (RD) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• CPR training for outpatient nutrition clinic practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document nutrition care to patients.
• Modify diets and manage enteral feedings after competency assessment.

Skills

Nutrition Care

Patient Counseling

Clinical Research Protocols

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition

Specialty Certifications

Job description

**$15,000 Sign-On Bonus for offers accepted by June 30, 2025. Terms and Conditions apply**

Position Overview

The Clinical Dietitian levels I and II: competently provide and document nutrition care to patients as applicable to the practice area.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire

1. Registered Dietitian (RD) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
2. For Clinical Dietitian I: May be registry eligible but must pass the RD exam within the first 6 months of employment.

Advancement and Continuing Requirements

1. Advancement from Clinical Nutrition I to II is required one year after passing the RD exam.
2. Maintain RD status with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
3. CPR training for outpatient nutrition clinic practice.

Experience

1. Clinical Dietitian I: Less than 1 year of experience in an acute care setting.
2. Clinical Dietitian II: 1+ years of experience as a Registered Dietitian in an acute care setting (unless grandfathered).

Preferred Experience

1. For Clinical Dietitian II: Experience in counseling within outpatient or acute care settings, especially if in outpatient clinical areas.

Education and Training

1. Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition or related field from an accredited institution.
2. Preferred: Specialty certifications, training in weight management, motivational interviewing, or clinical research protocols.

Independent Actions

Perform nutrition care activities per departmental policies. Cannot provide care to end-stage renal patients until one year post-registration. After competency assessment, may modify diets, order snacks/supplements, manage enteral feedings, and communicate with healthcare team.

Additional Requirements

• Work weekends as assigned.
• Ability to work in diverse environments.
• Adherence to the Code of Ethics for dietetics.
• Travel to satellite clinics as needed.
• Flexibility for evening hours in pediatric outpatient positions.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Physical: Lifting, standing, sitting, bending, walking, climbing, reaching, repetitive motions.
• Mental/Sensory: Recall, reasoning, problem-solving, hearing, speaking, reading, logical thinking.
• Emotional: Ability to handle a fast-paced environment, multiple priorities, customer interactions, noise, and change.

EEO Statement

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.