Dialysis Registered Dietitian

U.S. Renal Care; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Pharmacy

Dental

Vision

Voluntary benefits

401k with employer match

Virtual Care

Life Insurance

PTO

Job summary

U.S. Renal Care in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a Registered Dietitian to join an interdisciplinary team, delivering patient-centered nutrition care for kidney disease.

You will assess needs, review labs, recommend therapeutic diets, collaborate with physicians, and participate in QAPI activities to improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must be RD/RDN registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Minimum of one year clinical nutrition experience as an RD.
• Current LD/LDN license in applicable state (unless in AZ, CA, CO, HI, IN, MI, NJ or VA).
• Good verbal and written English communication.
• Proficient with company clinical applications within 90 days of hire.
• Must meet state practice requirements.

Responsibilities

• Recommend therapeutic diets based on patient needs and treatment plans.
• Review lab results and educate on nutrition interventions (fluid, sodium, potassium, CKD-MBD).
• Conduct patient assessments and care planning; participate in monthly interdisciplinary conferences.
• Collaborate with Medical Director, physicians, nurses, social workers, and others.
• Support safety, quality initiatives and QAPI activities.

Skills

English proficiency

Microsoft Office

Education

Registered Dietitian certification (RD/RDN)

Licensed Dietitian (LD/LDN) in applicable state

Tools

Microsoft Office tools

Job description

Responsibilities

How you’ll change lives

As a Dietitian at U.S. Renal Care, you will be an integral part of an interdisciplinary team, providing excellent care for patients living with kidney disease. U.S. Renal care dietitians work under the supervision of a RDN Regional Manager.

What you’ll be doing

Patient Nutrition.

Using the most current, science-based practices, you will recommend therapeutic diets based on patient nutritional needs, preferences, and changes in treatment, in consultation with the patient's physician. You will review lab results and provide appropriate education for nutritional interventions on such topics as fluid and sodium, potassium, and CKD-Mineral and Bone Disorder management. You will also conduct patient assessments and care planning activities, as well as participating in monthly interdisciplinary patient care conferences.

Teamwork.

You will collaborate with the Medical Director, physician/advanced practice provider, facility administrator, social worker, nurse, and patient care technician to maintain positive relationships with area hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, agencies, vendors, and the community.

Safety & Quality.

You will help with clinical and operational processes, with a focus on improving patient health and achieving target goals for patient outcomes. You will also help maintain a productive quality assurance program and participate in monthly Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for

• Current Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) certification showing proof of registration with Commission on Dietetic Registration (includes Baccalaureate or Advanced degree).
• Minimum of one-year experience in clinical nutrition as a Registered Dietitian.
• Current Dietitian (LD/LDN) license in applicable state is required unless employed in the state of AZ, CA, CO, HI, IN, MI, NJ or VA. State certification (Certified Dietitian/Nutritionist) required in CT and NY. License must be maintained as current and in good standing.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must have basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); proficiency in all company clinical applications required within 90 days of hire.
• Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state.

Are you ready to make a difference?

We’re here to change the lives of people with kidney disease and shape the future of kidney care. We still have much work ahead. If you desire to make a positive impact in the life of others and pursue a fulfilling career in healthcare, we invite you to join our team at U.S. Renal Care!

Benefit Details

All Full-Time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical / Pharmacy
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k with employer match
• Virtual Care
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• PTO

All Part Time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• 401k with employer match
• PTO