Clinical Dietitian, PRN, Days

Huntsville Hospital Health System•Decatur, AL

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Provides medical nutrition care to patients through nutrition assessment, diagnosis, intervention, and education utilizing evidence-based guidelines. Develops care plans with appropriate follow-up and reassessment of intervention. Manages the total nutritional care of patients receiving Enteral Nutrition. Assesses and diagnoses patients for malnutrition.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition form an accredited college or university required.
Alabama State Licensure.
Possess or obtain within 6 months of hire: Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration

Nice To Haves

At least two years of previous clinical experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Uses common sense and special medical skills to care for the sick
Understands technical information from reference books, manuals, nursing leadership journals etc.
Uses eyes, ears, hands and fingers with skill
Communicates with people
Change from one duty to another frequently
Follow and/or give precise instructions
Records and interprets information accurately
Demonstrates leadership skill / ability
Current in BLS
Apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Deals with several abstract and concrete variables.
Practical application of fractions, percentages, ratio and proportion, statistical analysis, in addition to basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division abilities.
Reading: Read scientific and technical journals, abstracts, and financial reports. Records data via paper and electronic means.
Speaking/Communication: Communicates verbally using effective voice tone, diction and medical terminology. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for effective collaboration and leadership. Proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs), telehealth platforms, and other technologies are essential.