Dietitian

Cynet Health; Weatherford (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a Dietitian to join our hospital team for a 13-week contract in Weatherford, TX. You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to deliver medical nutrition therapy across all patient ages and acuities.

Responsibilities include evaluating nutritional needs, developing care plans, providing counseling to patients and families, and mentoring dietetic interns. A bachelor’s degree is required, with RDN preferred or eligibility to sit for the exam within 3 months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or Dietetics required.
• Minimum 1 year of hospital clinical nutrition experience preferred.
• Licensed by the Texas Department or must pass Registration Examination for Dietitians within 3 months of hire date.
• Texas licensing within 6 months of hire date preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical nutrition therapy following the Nutrition Care Process.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Educate patients and families on nutrition plans and lifestyle adjustments.
• Precept dietetic interns and participate in department/hospital committees.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant documentation and effective communication.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or Dietetics

Job description

Dietitian

Profession: Dietician

Specialty: Nutrition

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 07:00 - 19:00

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum 1 year of hospital clinical nutrition experience preferred

License: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist preferred or must pass Registration Examination for Dietitians within 3 months of hire date.

Certifications: Licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation within 6 months of hire date.

Must-Have: Completion of a bachelor's degree in Nutrition or Dietetics.

Description:To collaborate as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team.Provide patients of all age groups and acuity levels with high-quality medical nutrition therapy following the Nutrition Care Process.Integrate the Academy Code of Ethics in all areas of practice.Screen and assess patients utilizing the Division Screening and Assessment Policy.Evaluate age, acuity, developmental, and disease-specific nutritional needs of patients.Develop and implement a nutritional plan of care.Identify patient nutrition education needs and provide individualized nutrition counseling to patients, families, and/or caregivers.Evaluate and monitor the effectiveness and outcomes of medical nutrition therapy interventions.Serve as a preceptor and mentor to dietetic interns.Participate in department and/or hospital-wide committees, performance improvement projects, and research opportunities.Serve as a clinical resource to all interdisciplinary team members.Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA standards.Demonstrate strong communication skills, both verbal and written.Compose comprehensive medical record documentation using critical thinking skills.Utilize software and proficiency in computer skills.Work in a fast-paced environment with excellent attention to detail.Exhibit strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and with a diverse healthcare team.