Dietitian

U.S. Renal Care in; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Pharmacy

Dental

Vision

401k with employer match

Voluntary benefits

Virtual Care

Life Insurance

PTO

Job summary

U.S. Renal Care in Colorado seeks a Dietitian to join an interdisciplinary team providing nutrition care for patients with kidney disease. You will develop therapeutic diets in consultation with physicians and assess patient needs, including reviewing labs and educating on nutrition interventions.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the Medical Director and care staff, documentation, and participation in QAPI activities to improve patient outcomes and care quality across sites.

Qualifications

• RD/RDN certification with proof of registration (CDR); degree required.
• Minimum of one year of clinical nutrition experience as an RD.
• Active Dietitian license (LD/LDN) in CO or applicable state; CT/NY have state certification requirements.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based therapeutic diets based on patient needs, lab results, and treatment changes.
• Review labs; educate on nutrition interventions for CKD-MBD, fluids, sodium, and potassium.
• Conduct patient assessments and care planning; participate in monthly interdisciplinary conferences.
• Collaborate with Medical Director, physicians, and care teams to ensure positive patient outcomes.

Skills

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN)

English language proficiency

Education

Baccalaureate or Advanced degree in Dietetics or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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!

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