PRE-REGISTERED DIETITIAN

California Department of State Hospitals; California (MO); On-site; USD 50,208 - 65,085; Full time

Job summary

A public healthcare provider in California is seeking a Pre-Registered Dietitian for a full-time role. The incumbent will perform nutrition assessments and work under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian to implement nutrition therapy plans. Responsibilities include monitoring patient outcomes, providing education, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. With competitive salary and opportunity to work in a supportive environment, this position is ideal for candidates passionate about nutrition and patient care.

Qualifications

• Supervised by a Registered Dietitian, responsible for nutrition assessments and monitoring.
• Implements nutrition interventions in collaboration with treatment teams.
• Participates in department meetings and provides nutrition education.

Responsibilities

• Completes nutrition assessments utilizing the Nutrition Care Process.
• Initiates intensive MNT plans for high-risk patients.
• Monitors effectiveness of nutrition interventions.

Skills

Nutrition assessments

Monitoring and evaluation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Nutrition therapy plan implementation

Patient meal planning and consultation

Education

Registered Dietitian supervision

Job description

Overview

Facility: DSH - Atascadero

Position Details: Job Code #: JC-509873; Position #(s): 455-548-2168-902; Working Title: Pre-Registered Dietitian - Full Time; Classification: PRE-REGISTERED DIETITIAN; Salary: $4,499.00 - $5,832.00; New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable; # of Positions: 2; Work Location: San Luis Obispo County; Telework: In Office; Job Type: Non-Tenured, Full Time

Facility DSH - Atascadero

Job Description And Duties: This advertisement is posted "Until Filled". Application review dates are as follows: March 31, 2026; April 30, 2026; May 14, 2026; May 28, 2026.

Responsibilities

The Pre-Registered Dietitian will be supervised by a Registered Dietitian in Nutrition Services at the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero (ASH). The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties, but not limited to:

• Under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian, Nutrition Assessment, Monitoring and Evaluation
• Completes nutrition assessments utilizing the Nutrition Care Process for each assigned patient.
• Attends and consults with members of the treatment and interdisciplinary team.
• Initiates a more intensive MNT plan for patients identified at higher nutritional risk.
• Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of nutrition interventions and outcomes.
• Maintains current patient profile information on assigned patients.

• Under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian, Nutrition Therapy Plan Implementation
• Implements nutrition interventions in collaboration with the treatment/interdisciplinary team.
• Communicates to Nutrition Services staff and monitors the individualized patient meal/nourishment plans.
• Provides consultation to unit staff and patients as problems or questions arise regarding MNT.
• Participates in department meetings, professional practice groups and hospital committees.

• Under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian, Performance Improvement/Resource and Training Functions

• Under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian, Plans and Provides Nutrition Group Education

Additional information: Department information is provided for context. Department Website: DSH Atascadero.

Department Information

The Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, and Morro Bay, with easy access to beaches, natural settings, and historical landmarks. We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce.

Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov/Atascadero/