Dietitian- PRN

Texas Health Resources; Texas; On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discount Programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Texas Health Kaufman is seeking a Dietitian – Clinical Nutrition to join our Nutrition Services team on a PRN basis, up to 24 hours per week at Kaufman TX. You’ll provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, contribute to patient care, and collaborate across disciplines as part of a supportive team.

Requirements include a Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics or related field, RD and LD credentials, and 1 year of health care experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Dietetics, Food and Nutrition or related area Req
• 1 Year health care experience
• RD - Registered Dietitian 6 Months Req
• LD - Licensed Dietitian 6 Months Req
• Demonstrates the ability to apply all steps of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) in a clinical setting to effectively care for patients and whenever possible, improve patient outcomes and care experiences.
• Communicates effectively through both oral and written means.
• Possess sufficient computer skills to learn and use common business related and nutrition and/or food service specific software programs and electronic health record systems to plan and document care.
• Strong interpersonal skills that enable the applicant to effectively collaborate in trans-professional teams.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to successfully manage stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes each step of the Nutrition Care Process effectively and efficiently to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy to assigned patient populations.
• Promotes team work and supports organizational goals by demonstrating flexibility in scheduling and shift assignments. When indicated, willingly takes on work to even out case load or meet schedule deadlines. Effectively collaborates with peers so that essential shifts are covered.
• Promotes safe and effective care through effective communication and work flow practices, including the THR specific and High Reliability - Organization (HRO) communication and safety strategies.
• Promotes Quality in Practice through systematic measurement of outcomes, regular performance evaluations, and continuous improvement.
• Maintains competence through ongoing self-evaluation and study aimed at identifying and closing relevant professional knowledge and/or performance gaps.

Skills

Bachelors in Dietetics

Healthcare experience

RD credential

LD credential

NCP knowledge

Effective communication

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Stress management

Education

Bachelor's Degree Dietetics

RD credential (US)

LD credential

Job description

Dietitian – Clinical Nutrition Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together

Work location: Texas Health Kaufman. 580 Ed Hall Dr, Kaufman TX 75142

Work hours: PRN - Up to 24 hours a week availability

Food and Nutrition Services highlights:

• Efficient teamwork


• Life work balance


• An amazing company to work with.


• Growth opportunities

Here’s What You Need

• Bachelor's Degree Dietetics, Food and Nutrition or related area Req


• 1 Year health care experience


• RD - Registered Dietitian 6 Months Req


• LD - Licensed Dietitian 6 Months Req


• Demonstrates the ability to apply all steps of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) in a clinical setting to effectively care for patients and whenever possible, improve patient outcomes and care experiences.


• Communicates effectively through both oral and written means.


• Possess sufficient computer skills to learn and use common business related and nutrition and/or food service specific software programs and electronic health record systems to plan and document care.


• Strong interpersonal skills that enable the applicant to effectively collaborate in trans-professional teams.


• Strong customer service skills.


• Ability to successfully manage stressful situations.

What You Will Do

• Utilizes each step of the Nutrition Care Process effectively and efficiently to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy to assigned patient populations.


• Promotes team work and supports organizational goals by demonstrating flexibility in scheduling and shift assignments. When indicated, willingly takes on work to even out case load or meet schedule deadlines. Effectively collaborates with peers so that essential shifts are covered.


• Promotes safe and effective care through effective communication and work flow practices, including the use of THR specific and High Reliability - Organization (HRO) communication and safety strategies.


• Promotes Quality in Practice through systematic measurement of outcomes, regular performance evaluations, and continuous improvement.


• Maintains competence through ongoing self-evaluation and study aimed at identifying and closing relevant professional knowledge and/or performance gaps.

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Dietitian

• Benefits include 401k, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Programs, as well as other benefits.


• Delivery of high-quality patient care


• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).


• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

For more than 40 years, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Kaufman has served the communities of Kaufman, Crandall, Forney, Gun Barrel City, Mabank, Terrell and surrounding areas. We’re a 81-bed, acute-care, full-service hospital that serves our community with excellence every day. We specialize in a wide variety of surgical services, including orthopedic surgery as well as diagnostic and imaging services and outpatient physical therapy. We also specialize in respiratory care, nuclear medicine and emergency medicine. Texas Health Kaufman is a Joint Commission-certified facility. We’re recognized by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Pathway to Excellence hospital for our commitment to creating a positive practice environment that engages and empowers our staff.

If you’re ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let’s show the world how we’re even better together!

Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards.

Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to [e-mail] #LI-TJ1