Clinical Dietitian CAP II- Pediatric Gastroenterology Clinical Dietitian

Carilion Clinic•Roanoke, VA

8d•$57,616 - $86,424•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Dietitian CAP II manages nutritional care and education, collaborates with the healthcare team, and supports wellness and population health initiatives. The role provides medical nutrition therapy and education for inpatients and outpatients across the lifespan, from pediatrics to geriatrics. It conducts comprehensive nutrition assessments, develops individualized care plans, implements nutrition interventions, and monitors and documents patient progress and outcomes. The position manages advanced nutrition support, including enteral and parenteral nutrition, and identifies and documents malnutrition using evidence-based criteria. It responds to inpatient consults and outpatient referrals, adjusts care plans as needed, and collaborates with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and clinical documentation teams. The dietitian also provides education to patients, families, staff, and the community; supports wellness and population health initiatives; mentors staff and may precept dietetic interns and new hires; and leads or supports specialty areas, policies, educational materials, and quality improvement activities. This is a full-time, day-shift position at Carilion Clinic’s facility at 4348 Electric Road in Roanoke. A $15,000 sign-on bonus is available to eligible external hires under applicable guidelines.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field; an advanced specialty certification or eight years of experience may be considered in lieu of an advanced degree.
At least two years of clinical experience as a Registered Dietitian.
Completion of an ACEND-approved internship or equivalent clinical experience.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential required.
Effective interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
Proficiency in keyboarding and use of electronic medical records and other computer systems.

Nice To Haves

Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) preferred for diabetes programs.
Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) preferred for critical care, oncology, and trauma services.

Responsibilities

Provide medical nutrition therapy and education to inpatients and outpatients across the lifespan.
Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments, develop individualized care plans, implement nutrition interventions, and monitor and document outcomes.
Manage advanced nutrition support, including enteral and parenteral nutrition, in accordance with established guidelines.
Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams and communicate nutrition-related recommendations.
Identify and document malnutrition using evidence-based criteria and coordinate with clinical documentation teams for accurate coding.
Respond to inpatient consults and outpatient referrals, establishing and adjusting plans of care as needed.
Provide individualized and group education to patients, families, staff, and the community on evidence-based nutrition practices.
Support wellness and population health initiatives, including collaboration with lifestyle and rehabilitation services.
Serve as a resource and mentor to staff and may precept dietetic interns and new hires.
Lead or support assigned specialty areas, such as patient education, community programs, performance improvement, or staff development.
Develop and support nutrition-related policies, procedures, and educational materials.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and serve as a liaison between nutrition services and other departments.
Lead or participate in quality improvement and performance monitoring activities to enhance patient care and service delivery.
Promote a professional, patient-centered environment aligned with organizational values and service excellence standards.
Complete orientation and competency requirements for the position.