Outpatient Cardiology and Primary Care Dietitian - 1.0 FTE, Day (08HR)

Stanford Health Care • Palo Alto, CA

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About The Position

The Clinical Dietitian II works closely with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide patient care aligned with 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 dietitian uses the Scope of Dietetics Practice Framework, professional standards, and available evidence-based protocols and guidelines to determine appropriate nutrition care.

Working at the competent to proficient level, the Clinical Dietitian II provides nutrition care independently, including for complex patient types, and serves as a mentor or resource for Clinical Dietitian I staff and relief staff. The position works with moderate professional autonomy, supports oversight of the Nutrition Care Process in an assigned area, and applies research to refine specialty-area standards of care. It also mentors dietetic students and interns and supports their learning through instruction and feedback. The role is eligible to participate in the voluntary Clinical Nutrition Department professional development program.

The position is with Stanford Health Care in outpatient cardiology and primary care. It is a 1.0 FTE day position with an eight-hour shift. 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 a 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) credential.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all of its 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 form 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 from 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.
• Apply the Nutrition Care Process, including patient assessment, nutrition diagnosis, intervention, and monitoring and evaluation.
• Provide independent nutrition care, including for complex patient types, using diagnostic reasoning and established professional standards.
• Assist in oversight of the Nutrition Care Process in the assigned area.
• Apply research to refine department standards of care in the specialty area.
• Serve as a mentor or resource for Clinical Dietitian I and Relief Clinical Dietitian I staff.
• Mentor dietetic students and interns, providing instruction and feedback to facilitate their learning experience.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to align nutrition care with patient-focused medical goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level