Dietitian - Medical Nutrition Therapy & Education

California Department of State Hospitals; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of State Hospitals - Patton is seeking a Permanent, Full-Time Registered Dietitian to provide medical nutrition therapy and nutrition care planning at Patton State Hospital. The role involves assessments, education, menu planning, and collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.

You will work in a clinical/administrative capacity, write and plan menus to meet nutritional needs, and support wellness initiatives. Requires California RD registration (CDR).

Qualifications

• Knowledge of principles, practices, and theories of nutrition and dietetics including medical nutrition therapy.
• Ability to assess nutrition status and develop nutrition care plans; apply MNT.
• Experience coordinating nutrition education and wellness activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical nutrition therapy using the nutrition care process.
• Complete nutritional assessments through a priority system.
• Develop, provide, and coordinate nutrition education in wellness and self-management areas.
• Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Write and plan menus to meet nutritional adequacy and participate in recipe development.

Skills

Medical Nutrition Therapy

Nutrition Education

Interdisciplinary Teamwork

Menu Planning

Education

Registered Dietitian (CDR)

Job description

Department of State Hospitals - Patton is seeking a Permanent, Full-Time Registered Dietitian to provide medical nutrition therapy and nutrition care planning at Patton State Hospital. The role involves assessments, education, menu planning, and collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.

You will work in a clinical/administrative capacity, write and plan menus to meet nutritional needs, and support wellness initiatives. Requires California RD registration (CDR).