PRN Dietitian - Katy and Medical Center

Memorial Hermann Health System; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Memorial Hermann Health System in Houston is seeking a registered dietitian to provide medical nutrition therapy and education to patients and clients on a multidisciplinary team. Primarily at TIRR Memorial Hermann, the role may cover Katy Rehab as needed to support service goals.

The ideal candidate will assess nutritional needs, tailor care plans, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and therapists to improve outcomes while documenting progress and promoting safety and personalized care.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition or related area.
• Master's degree required if registration was obtained after Jan 1, 2024.
• Registered with the ADA Commission on Dietetic Registration and licensed with Texas TDLR.
• CPR certification from Red Cross or American Heart Association within six months of hire.
• Ability to interact positively with many types of people and strong verbal/written communication.

Responsabilidades

• Collaborates with the multi-disciplinary treatment team and develops nutrition care plans.
• Provides medical nutrition therapy adapted to age, culture, and preferences.
• Modifies nutrition regimens based on tolerances and dietary preferences.
• Documents nutrition care plans and progress in the medical record.
• Delivers nutrition education to patients and families.
• Ensures safe care and adheres to policies and standards.
• Supports professional growth and mentoring of staff.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient education

Educación

Bachelor's in Food & Nutrition

Master's (if registration after Jan 1, 2024)

Descripción del empleo

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Position is responsible for providing high quality medical nutrition therapy to patients and clients. Areas of responsibility include assessment of nutritional needs, provision of medical nutrition therapy and nutrition education. The incumbent is required to function on a multi-disciplinary team as a resource to the physician staff and others. May participate in outpatient counseling by providing nutrition education to TIRR outpatients. May participate in community service by providing nutrition education to various groups or individuals outside the hospital. Primarily at TIRR TMC but may cover Katy Rehab as needed TIRR Memorial Hermann is seeking a strong candidate with clinical experience to work supplementally.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors Degree in Food & Nutrition or related area. Master's required if registration was obtained after Jan 1, 2024.
• Licenses/Certifications Must be registered with the ADA Commission on Dietetic Registration and licensed with Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) CPR Certification (Heart Saver only) from either American Red Cross or American Heart Association or obtained within six (6) months of hire
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Completion of a qualified professional experience in preparation for the registered dietitian exam administered by the ADA Commission on Dietetic Registration Must have the ability to interact positively with many types of people Effective oral and written communication skills

Principal Accountabilities

• Collaborates with the multi-disciplinary treatment team. Establishes goals for nutrition care of patients, conducts assessments, and develops individualized nutrition care plans with ongoing evaluation of nutrition status.
• Provides medical nutrition therapy to patients and clients appropriate for their age.
• Modifies nutrition regimens according to food preferences, tolerances, and cultural and religious preferences.
• Documents nutrition care plans in the medical record, including nutrition assessment, monitoring parameters, goals and recommendations.
• Provides nutrition education to patients and/or families that is appropriate for age, religious beliefs, and cultural background.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staffs and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency, supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences.
• Models Memorial Hermann's service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patient and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.

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