Clinical Dietician - PRN
About The Position
The Clinical Dietitian evaluates, implements, and improves patient nutritional care by managing physician-ordered therapeutic diets, providing nutrition education, and contributing to patient satisfaction initiatives. The role collaborates with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans and ensures compliance with clinical nutrition standards and policies. The Clinical Dietitian conducts nutritional assessments, develops and revises care plans, documents nutrition care, educates patients and caregivers, and serves as a clinical nutrition resource. The position also supports therapeutic menu planning, monitors meal acceptance and patient satisfaction, and maintains clinical nutrition policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field.
- 0–2 years of clinical dietetics experience in a hospital or healthcare setting.
- Registered Dietitian (REG DIET) certification required.
- For Arizona: Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) certification required within six months of hire.
- Strong understanding of clinical nutrition principles, therapeutic diets, and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Ability to develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans.
- Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation systems.
- Organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple priorities.
- Commitment to professional growth and staying current with advancements in nutrition science.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments using medical records, patient interviews, and information from families and healthcare professionals.
- Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans, evaluate their effectiveness, and revise them as needed.
- Document relevant aspects of nutritional care in accordance with departmental and regulatory standards.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers on nutrition-related topics through consultations, group classes, and community presentations.
- Participate in healthcare team meetings to discuss patient needs and collaborate on treatment plans.
- Provide clinical nutrition expertise to medical staff, nursing services, and other departments.
- Assist with menu planning and portion specifications to meet therapeutic diet requirements.
- Monitor patient meal acceptance, conduct unit rounds as needed, and address concerns to improve patient satisfaction.
- Revise and maintain clinical nutrition policies and procedures to support quality and compliance with current standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with all policies and standards.
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Career Level
Entry Level
