Dietitian

CommonSpirit Health; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 40,652 - 60,462; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Las Vegas seeks an entry level Clinical Dietitian I. The role involves assessing patients' nutritional statuses and advising them on nutrition plans. You will work collaboratively with a team to implement targeted nutrition interventions, ensuring compliance and promoting patient wellness. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics and relevant certifications. The pay range is $29.51 - $43.89 per hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with completion of accredited dietitian program.
• Two years of experience as a hospital clinical dietitian may be required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts thorough nutrition assessments for patients.
• Implements specific nutrition interventions based on medical conditions.
• Collaborates with multi-specialty interdisciplinary care team.

Skills

Nutritional assessment

Patient counseling

Collaboration

Customer service

Clinical judgment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics

Job description

Job Summary

As an entry level clinician, the Clinical Dietitian I assesses the nutritional status of the patient using recognized tools of assessment, and recommends and counsels patients, family, and/or caregivers on the appropriate nutrition plan to improve the patient's disease or condition management. Works with general patient population, as well as patients in more complex level of care under supervision of a Clinical Dietitian II or Clinical Dietitian Lead.

Essential Functions

• Conducts patient screening in accordance with specialized clinical guidelines for those at a specific nutritional risk. Completes a thorough nutrition assessment and diagnosis, considering the clinical condition, varied needs of age‑specific populations, as well as cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds. Uses clinical judgment to identify malnutrition and other nutrition diagnoses. Closely monitors, evaluates and re‑screens patient nutrition status as appropriate. Updates plan of care as necessary. Follows up with patient as needed. Promotes a positive patient experience by maintaining communication with patients, staff and guests and providing excellent customer service.
• Supports patient interactive positions (i.e. dietitians, diet clerks, etc.) and provides for the operational needs of these positions. Collaborates in maintaining regulatory compliance (including TJC, CMS, state specific department of health, etc.) and infection control practices. Supports in maintaining adequate staffing for clinical daily needs reflecting cost efficiency.
• Implements targeted and specific nutrition intervention(s) based on the specific medical condition. Conducts motivational interviews and provides customized nutrition education to patients and/or families and caregivers. Actively participates as a member of the multi‑specialty, interdisciplinary care team to contribute toward overall patient care.
• Collaborates in the process of menu development for patient, cafeteria, and catering services. Supports in managing the facility diet manual, as well as patient diet and nutritional compliance and participates in hospital committees as needed (e.g. Quality and P&T committees). May also act as the highest ranking Registered Dietitian as needed.

Job Requirements

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's Degree with completion of accredited dietitian program (ACEND - Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition Dietetics.)
• Experience with specific patient populations (e.g. pediatric, bariatric, ICU, etc.) may be required. Two (2) years of experience as a hospital clinical dietitian.

Licensure

• Valid registration as a Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Current (within the past 12 months) ServSafe® Allergen and Food Handler Certifications. If not currently certified, certification to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Where You'll Work

As the community’s only not‑for‑profit, faith‑based healthcare system; Dignity Health Nevada has been guided by the vision and core values of the Adrian Dominican Sisters for more than 70 years. As the Henderson and Las Vegas communities grow, Dignity Health‑St. Rose Dominican facilities and its more than 3,400 employees will continue the Sisters’ mission of serving people in need. St. Rose Dominican is a member of Dignity Health, one of the nation’s largest healthcare systems, a 22‑state network of more than 9,000 physicians, 60,000 employees, and 400 care centers, including hospitals, urgent and occupational care, imaging and surgery centers, home health, and primary care clinics. Headquartered in San Francisco, Dignity Health is dedicated to providing compassionate, high‑quality, and affordable patient‑centered care with special attention to the poor and underserved. You can also follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

Pay Range

$29.51 - $43.89 /hour