Clinical Dietitian II

Sutter Health•Sacramento, CA

About The Position

Provides Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and/or Diabetes Self-management Education/Training (DSMT). Uses sound judgment and developed clinical skills to implement patients’ plans of care based on their diagnoses in a timely manner. Builds patient and family cooperation and confidence, and collaborates with healthcare providers through competent assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Follows applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and deliver optimal patient care. The role requires completion of an accredited degree program and an accredited supervised practice program. The employee must obtain RD or RDN registration within 90 days and meet the applicable advanced certification requirement. Typical experience is two years of recent relevant experience. The position is per diem/casual, on the day shift, with eight-hour shifts and variable days; weekend work is required once a month. Employees may handle hazardous drugs in accordance with NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited degree program and a supervised practice program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics.
RD (Registered Dietitian) or RDN (Registered Dietitian Nutritionist) registration within 90 days.
Two years of recent relevant experience.
Strong understanding of human anatomy, pathophysiology, pharmacology, laboratory results, and medical terminology.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences.
Well-developed time-management and organizational skills, including prioritizing assignments and meeting deadlines within standardized operating procedures.
General knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and electronic health records (EHR).
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, and schedule-form data and instructions.
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, manage multiple tasks, and work in an environment with interruptions.
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ability to interact compassionately and effectively with patients and staff of diverse ages, backgrounds, cultures, values, beliefs, and behaviors.
Ability to retain and apply new knowledge and skills.
Advanced certification as determined by the hiring manager, or one of the listed specialist credentials: CSDH, CSR, CSG, CSP, CSPCC, CSO, CSOWM, CSSD, CDCES, or CNSC.

Responsibilities

Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and/or Diabetes Self-management Education/Training (DSMT).
Implement patients’ plans of care based on their diagnoses in a timely manner, using sound judgment and clinical skills.
Assess patients and provide attentive monitoring and care.
Communicate effectively with patients, families or support groups, and healthcare providers.
Follow applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect patient privacy and safety.
Protect the privacy of patients’ protected health information.
Build collaborative relationships with peers and healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
Handle hazardous drugs as applicable, in accordance with NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines.