Dietitian

Commonspirit; Woodland (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking an entry-level Clinical Dietitian I to assess and counsel patients on nutrition plans. In this role, you will perform nutritional assessments, develop intervention plans, and collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient care. This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on patients' health while working in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about nutrition and eager to help others manage their health, this is the perfect opportunity to start your career in a rewarding field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with completion of accredited dietetics program required.
• Licensure must be obtained within 3 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutritional assessments and implement tailored nutrition interventions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care.

Skills

Nutritional Assessment

Patient Counseling

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Nutrition Education

Monitoring and Evaluation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics

Tools

Nutrition Care Manual (NCM)

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 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.

Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Other duties as assigned by the leader.

Qualifications:

• Education And Experience:
  Bachelor's Degree with completion of accredited dietetics program (ACEND - Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics).

• Licensure:
  Licensure must be obtained within 3 months. Until registration is obtained, documentation in a patient’s medical record must be signed off on by a dietitian that is registered and licensed (if applicable).

Pay Range:
$36.96 - $53.60 /hour

Employment Type:
Contract

Job Function:
Health Care Provider

Industries:
Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Medical Practices