Temporary Registered Dietitian – Inpatient Nutrition

State of Colorado; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo, CO is seeking a temporary full-time Registered Dietitian II to deliver medical nutrition therapy and lead nutrition care in a mental health facility.

The RD will assess patient nutrition status, develop and implement care plans, document in the EMR, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and food service staff to ensure high-quality, safe nutrition care for patients.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian license required.
• Five years of relevant experience or combination of education and experience.
• Must possess and maintain registration as a registered dietitian.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical nutrition therapy to patients in a mental health hospital setting.
• Assess nutrition status and develop nutrition care plans.
• Document in electronic medical record and communicate with interdisciplinary team.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and regulatory standards.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, food and nutrition, or related area

Job description

Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo, CO is seeking a temporary full-time Registered Dietitian II to deliver medical nutrition therapy and lead nutrition care in a mental health facility.

The RD will assess patient nutrition status, develop and implement care plans, document in the EMR, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and food service staff to ensure high-quality, safe nutrition care for patients.