Registered Dietitian – Clinical Nutrition Leader (Sign-On)

Adventist Health; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Incentive

Health benefits

Job summary

A healthcare organization in California is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to provide comprehensive nutritional care to patients. The role includes assessing patients' nutritional needs, developing care plans, and educating patients and family members. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in food and nutrition, be a Registered Dietitian within six months of residency program completion, and possess strong clinical skills. A supportive team environment and focus on community wellness is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian credential required within 6 months of residency completion.
• Experience as a Clinical Dietitian preferred.
• Successful completion of a dietetic internship or its equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nutritional assessments to evaluate patient needs.
• Develop and implement nutritional care plans based on assessments.
• Educate patients and families on nutritional health.
• Supervise and provide guidance to dietetic interns and support staff.

Skills

Nutritional assessment

Patient education

Interdisciplinary communication

Clinical nutrition care

Education

Bachelor's Degree in food and nutrition

Master's Degree (if eligibility for examination began on or after 1/1/24)

Job description

A healthcare organization in California is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to provide comprehensive nutritional care to patients. The role includes assessing patients' nutritional needs, developing care plans, and educating patients and family members. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in food and nutrition, be a Registered Dietitian within six months of residency program completion, and possess strong clinical skills. A supportive team environment and focus on community wellness is emphasized.