Clinical Dietitian

Prime Healthcare•Harlingen, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Dietitian evaluates patients’ dietary needs based on medical conditions, laboratory results, and health history, then develops individualized nutrition plans to support recovery, manage chronic diseases, or address conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and malnutrition. The dietitian tracks patient progress, adjusts meal plans as needed, and works with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to incorporate nutrition into patient care plans. The role includes educating patients and families about nutrition, special diets, and post-discharge meal planning. The Clinical Dietitian also ensures that meals prepared by dietary staff align with prescribed diets and safety standards. Nutrition experience and nutrition support related to tube feedings and total parenteral nutrition (TPN) are relevant to the position.

Requirements

Registered Dietitian credential is required (CMS requirement).

Nice To Haves

One year of healthcare experience is desirable.
Nutrition experience and nutrition support related to tube feedings and total parenteral nutrition (TPN).

Responsibilities

Assess patients’ nutritional needs based on medical conditions, lab results, and health history.
Develop individualized meal plans to support recovery, manage chronic diseases, and address specific conditions.
Track patient progress, adjust meal plans, and ensure nutritional goals are met.
Collaborate with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to integrate nutrition into patient care plans.
Educate patients and families about nutrition, special diets, and post-discharge meal planning.
Ensure meals prepared by dietary staff align with prescribed diets and safety standards.