Dietitian

Dignity Health; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 53,974 - 80,286; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health is seeking a Clinical Dietitian I in San Bernardino, California. In this role, you will assess patient nutritional status and recommend nutrition plans to improve health outcomes. You will collaborate within a team to implement nutrition interventions, provide patient education, and monitor dietary plans. A Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics and Registered Dietician certification are required. The position offers a pay range of $39.18 to $58.28 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Dietician (RD).
• Experience in nutritional care preferred.
• Must have completed an accredited dietetics program.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional status of patients and recommend nutrition plans.
• Implement targeted nutrition interventions and provide education.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for patient care.

Skills

Nutritional assessment skills

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Customer service skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Clinical Dietitian I you will assess the nutritional status of the patient using recognized tools of assessment, and recommend & counsel patients, family, and/or caregivers on the appropriate nutrition plan to improve the patient's disease or condition management. Works with the general patient population, as well as with patients in more complex levels of care under the supervision of a Clinical Dietitian II or Clinical Nutrition Director. Performs nutritional assessment using age and gender appropriate standards, cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds; and utilizing validated assessment tools resulting in nutrition-related diagnosis when indicated. Conducts routine screening to identify patients at nutritional risk. Collaborates within an interdisciplinary environment to contribute to facilitating care and identifying patients at nutrition risk or needing higher levels of care.

• Implements targeted and specific nutrition intervention(s). Provides customized nutrition education to patients and/or families and caregivers. Works within an interdisciplinary environment to contribute toward overall patient care. Closely monitors, evaluates and rescreens patient nutrition status as appropriate. Updates plan of care as necessary. Follow up with patients as needed.
• Develops an intervention plan which includes appropriate feeding route, mode, and nutrition prescription unique to patient's specific needs, in accordance with physicians' orders. Monitors and evaluates patient response to interventions by meeting specific measurable goals documented in the nutrition care plan in a timely and thorough manner in the medical record.
• Collaborates with the Food and Nutrition Services team to enhance patient experience. This includes participating in test trays, menu reviews, periodic auditing of trayline for accuracy of diet orders, validating menu compliance with the facility Diet Manual Handbook and Nutrition Care Manual (NCM), supporting with patient interactive positions (i.e. dietitians, diet clerks, interns, etc.), maintaining communication with patients, staff, and guests and providing excellent customer service. Participates in peer reviews and chart audits, and collaborates in Diet Manual Handbook training for all clinical staff (new registered dietitians, nurses, therapists, physicians, etc.), including how to access it in hard and soft copy.

Job Requirements

• Registered Dietician (RD)
• Bachelor’s Degree - Must have completed an accredited dietetics program through the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).
• Previous professional experience preferred

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1928, Dignity Health - St. Bernardine Medical Center is a 342-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in San Bernardino, California. Serving nearly 100,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level III NICU, heart care, stroke care and orthopedics. Additionally, St.Bernardine Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center and was recently awarded AMA/ASA’s Get the Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement, recognizing the hospital’s commitment to providing the best stroke care. It was named one of Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery in 2026.

One Community. One Mission. One California

Pay Range

$39.18 - $58.28 /hour