About The Position

This position coordinates the nutritional care of patients. Completes nutritional assessments, prepares nutrition care plans, recommends nutritional therapies, and monitors the effectiveness of nutritional care. Provides nutrition education to promote improved health. Follows standard practices and complies with regulatory requirements. Conducts and participates in community education, marketing, and public relation efforts. Attends committee meetings as assigned. Participates in in-services and continuing education programs. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Requirements

  • SR CLINICAL DIETITIAN REQUIREMENTS: Education Required - Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or related field Completion of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics approved Standards of Education Work Experience Required - 3 years Clinical work experience. Certifications Required - Registered Dietitian through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Current licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist status within the state of practice Advanced certification recognized by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
  • CLINICAL DIETITIAN REQUIREMENTS: Education Required - Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or related field Work Experience Required - None Certifications Required - Registered Dietitian status with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Current licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist status with LBEDN
  • Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
  • Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Substantial knowledge of normal and therapeutic nutrition, nutrition support principles, counseling techniques, teaching and presentation skills.
  • Excellent analytical skills to assess nutritional status and develop appropriate care plans based on problems identified.
  • Excellent organization and prioritization skills to meet frequent deadlines.
  • Ability to travel throughout facility.

Nice To Haves

  • CLINICAL DIETITIAN REQUIREMENTS: Preferred - 1 year clinical work experience with knowledge of normal and therapeutic nutrition, nutrition screening and support principles, and modified diets
  • Preferred - Certification in specialty area

Responsibilities

  • Assists in the day-to-day operations of the department such as training new employees, resolving issues and improving processes.
  • Assesses patients’ nutritional needs and prepares nutritional care plans.
  • Provides nutritional education and counseling to patients.
  • Documents records completely and accurately.
  • Adapts behavior the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
  • Other related duties as required.
  • Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
  • This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

Benefits

  • Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.
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  • Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
  • Ochsner Health is the leading not-for-profit healthcare provider in the Gulf South, delivering expert care at its 46 hospitals and more than 370 health and urgent care centers.
  • For 12 consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has recognized Ochsner as the No. 1 hospital in Louisiana.
  • Additionally, Ochsner Children’s has been recognized as the No. 1 hospital for kids in Louisiana for three consecutive years.
  • Ochsner inspires healthier lives and stronger communities through a combination of standard-setting expertise, quality and connection not found anywhere else in the region.
  • In 2023, Ochsner Health cared for more than 1.5 million people from every state in the nation and 65 countries.
  • Ochsner’s workforce includes more than 38,000 dedicated team members and over 4,700 employed and affiliated physicians.
  • To learn more about how Ochsner empowers people to get well and stay well, visit https://www.ochsner.org/.
  • Ochsner Health is proud to be an Employer of Choice.
  • Ranked one of Newsweek's list of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity of 2024
  • Becker's Healthcare listed Ochsner Health as 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare
  • Awarded Culture Awards for Purpose and Values and Healthcare Industry by Top Workplace
  • Ranked as a 2023 Top Workplace in the USA!
  • The Top Workplaces USA award is based entirely on feedback from an employee engagement survey completed by the employees of participating workplaces.
  • Awarded Top Work Places 2023 for six consecutive years by The Times-Picayune
  • Earned 2022-2023 Great Place to Work Certification™
  • Ochsner Health named to Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Parents and Families 2023
  • Opportunities listed here represent open positions at Ochsner Health and Ochsner Health managed entities.
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