Per Diem Inpatient Dietitian

Nutritioncare; California; Sur place; USD 73 000 - 86 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Nutritioncare in California is seeking a Per Diem Registered Dietitian (RD) to provide medical nutrition therapy for patients with complex conditions in a fast-paced academic setting. Responsibilities include nutrition assessments, care plan development, documentation in the EHR, and patient education across the lifespan, including NICU, pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.

The role involves NFPE, nutrition diagnoses, therapeutic diet management, and coordination with interdisciplinary

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN).
• Minimum of two years inpatient clinical dietitian experience.
• Internship experience does not count toward the required two years of experience.

Responsabilités

• Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments and reassessments.
• Develop individualized care plans and document in EHR.
• Deliver patient education and monitor nutrition interventions.
• Diagnose malnutrition and perform Nutrition-Focused Physical Exams (NFPE).
• Oversee enteral and parenteral nutrition.

Connaissances

RD/RDN registration

Inpatient experience

Description du poste

Job Description

Description

The Per Diem Registered Dietitian (RD) provides medical nutrition therapy to patients with complex conditions in a large, fast-paced academic setting. Responsibilities include conducting comprehensive nutrition assessments and reassessments, developing individualized care plans, documenting in the electronic health record, and delivering patient education. The RD implements and monitors nutrition interventions, including diagnosing malnutrition, performing Nutrition-Focused Physical Exams (NFPE), managing therapeutic diets, and overseeing enteral and parenteral nutrition.

This role supports patients across the lifespan, from NICU and pediatric populations to adults and geriatric patients, including NPH. The Per Diem RD collaborates closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, medical staff, ancillary departments, and food service personnel. Participation in departmental activities, meetings, and performance improvement initiatives is also expected.

Salary Range: $53.26-62.12/hr

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN)
• Minimum of two (2) years of inpatient clinical dietitian experience
• Internship experience does not count toward the required two years of experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an academic medical center or academic hospital setting