Outpatient Clinical Dietitian - 1.0 FTE, Day (08HR)
About The Position
The Clinical Dietitian II works closely with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide patient care that is integrated with the patient-focused medical goals and objectives. The role applies the Nutrition Care Process (NCP), including nutrition assessment, nutrition diagnosis, development and implementation of nutrition interventions, and monitoring and evaluation of patient progress. The Clinical Dietitian II uses the Scope of Dietetics Practice Framework, established Standards of Practice and Professional Performance, and available evidence-based practice protocols and nutrition practice guidelines to determine appropriate nutrition interventions. The position functions independently at the competent to proficient level of practice, including care for complex patient types, and serves as a mentor or resource for Clinical Dietitian I and Relief Clinical Dietitian I staff. The role is eligible to participate in the department’s voluntary professional development program. The position is an outpatient, 1.0 FTE day role at Stanford Health Care. Work is primarily sedentary and performed in a normal business office environment. No special physical demands are required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, nutrition, a nutrition-related field, or a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or university.
- Completion of a didactic program in dietetics and supervised practice program approved by the Accreditation Council for Education and Dietetics.
- Two years of work experience as a clinical dietitian.
- Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) certification.
- Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps.
- Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy.
- General knowledge of electronic medical records, nutrient analysis, word processing, and spreadsheet software.
- Ability to communicate effectively in written, verbal, and electronic forms with patients, the public, hospital and clinic staff, medical staff, and physicians.
- Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units and/or in outpatient clinics.
- Ability to counsel and educate others.
- Critical-thinking skills to integrate facts, informed opinions, active listening, and observations.
- Decision-making, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in dietetics, nutrition, or a specialty area.
- Specialty certification granted by the Commission on Dietetic Registration Board, such as Certified Nutrition Support Specialist (CNSC), Certified Clinical Transplant Dietitian (CCTD), or Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES).
Responsibilities
- Perform all functions of a Clinical Dietitian I.
- Work with a moderate degree of professional autonomy and independent practice, using diagnostic reasoning in applying the Nutrition Care Process.
- Assist in overseeing the Nutrition Care Process in the assigned area and apply research to refine department standards of care in that specialty area.
- Serve as a mentor for dietetic students and interns, facilitating their learning through instruction and feedback.
- Provide nutrition care to patients, including complex patient types, using established professional standards and available evidence-based protocols and guidelines.
- Mentor or serve as a resource for Clinical Dietitian I and Relief Clinical Dietitian I staff.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
