Registered Dietitian

U.S. Renal Care, Inc.; Town of Cheektowaga (NY); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Renal Care seeks a qualified Dietitian to join an interdisciplinary team serving patients with kidney disease. You will deliver therapeutic nutrition plans, review labs, educate patients on fluids, sodium, potassium, and CKD-MBD, and participate in monthly interdisciplinary care conferences.

You will collaborate with the Medical Director, physicians, nurses, social workers, and administrators to support positive patient outcomes and maintain high-quality care standards across facilities.

Qualifications

• Current RD/RDN certification with evidence of registration.
• Minimum of one year experience in clinical nutrition as RD/RDN.
• Current LD/LDN license in applicable state or state-specific requirements as listed.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must have basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); proficiency in all company clinical applications required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutrition care by recommending therapeutic diets based on patient needs and treatment changes.
• Review labs and educate on fluids, sodium, potassium, and CKD-MBD management.
• Conduct patient assessments and participate in monthly care conferences.
• Collaborate with the Medical Director, physicians, nurses, and social workers.
• Support safety and quality through QA programs and QAPI activities.

Skills

Registered Dietitian certification

Clinical nutrition experience

State license (LD/LDN)

English communication

Office software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Responsibilities

How you'll change lives

As a Dietitian at U.S. Renal Care, you will be an integral part of an interdisciplinary team, providing excellent care for patients living with kidney disease. U.S. Renal care dietitians work under the supervision of a RDN Regional Manager.

What you'll be doing

Patient Nutrition. Using the most current, science-based practices, you will recommend therapeutic diets based on patient nutritional needs, preferences, and changes in treatment, in consultation with the patient's physician. You will review lab results and provide appropriate education for nutritional interventions on such topics as fluid and sodium, potassium, and CKD-Mineral and Bone Disorder management. You will also conduct patient assessments and care planning activities, as well as participating in monthly interdisciplinary patient care conferences.

Teamwork. You will collaborate with the Medical Director, physician/advanced practice provider, facility administrator, social worker, nurse, and patient care technician to maintain positive relationships with area hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, agencies, vendors, and the community.

Safety & Quality. You will help with clinical and operational processes, with a focus on improving patient health and achieving target goals for patient outcomes. You will also help maintain a productive quality assurance program and participate in monthly Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) certification showing proof of registration with Commission on Dietetic Registration (includes Baccalaureate or Advanced degree).
• Minimum of one-year experience in clinical nutrition as a Registered Dietitian.
• Current Dietitian (LD/LDN) license in applicable state is required unless employed in the state of AZ, CA, CO, HI, IN, MI, NJ or VA. State certification (Certified Dietitian/Nutritionist) required in CT and NY. License must be maintained as current and in good standing.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must have basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); proficiency in all company clinical applications required within 90 days of hire.
• Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state.

Are you ready to make a difference?

We're here to change the lives of people with kidney disease and shape the future of kidney care. We still have much work ahead. If you desire to make a positive impact in the life of others and pursue a fulfilling career in healthcare, we invite you to join our team at U.S. Renal Care!

Pay Range

USD $31.50 - USD $47.25 /Hr.