Dietitian Nutritionist II - Healthcare

Sodexo•Los Angeles, CA

12d•$77,605 - $100,430

About The Position

The Dietitian Nutritionist II joins the clinical nutrition team at PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, a 408-bed acute care hospital and designated Stroke and STEMI Center. The role provides nutrition care across the NICU, ICU, oncology, respiratory, and transitional care units. It is an individual-contributor position focused on specialized technical work, primarily performed independently with team collaboration as needed. The dietitian delivers nutrition care to patients, residents, and communities under a contractual agreement, using the Nutrition Care Process: assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring, and evaluation. The role also serves as a nutrition resource, provides evidence-based counseling and training, supports safe and high-quality care, and contributes to performance improvement and professional development. The work schedule is Sunday through Thursday. The listed pay range is $77,605 to $100,430 per year.

Requirements

Master’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a related field with required coursework and supervised practice per ACEND guidelines; alternatively, for those eligible prior to January 1, 2024, a bachelor’s degree meeting ACEND requirements.
Three years of related experience.
Meets eligibility for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) via CDR and must become registered within 120 days of hire.
Must meet state licensure or certification requirements at time of hire where applicable.
Proficiency in applying the Nutrition Care Process to deliver individualized, evidence-based care.
Effective communication and collaboration skills across interdisciplinary teams and with diverse populations.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements, ethical standards, and organizational policies.
Flexibility and accountability in managing clinical responsibilities and supporting quality improvement efforts.
Competence in using clinical nutrition systems and commitment to continuous professional development.

Nice To Haves

Management experience of 0–1 years.

Responsibilities

Deliver nutrition care using the Nutrition Care Process, including assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring, and evaluation.
Serve as a nutrition resource for patients, peers, and foodservice staff.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and departments to ensure safe, high-quality care.
Provide evidence-based nutrition counseling and training to patients, healthcare staff, students, and foodservice teams, adapting content to clinical complexity.
Maintain professional practices aligned with regulatory, facility, and company standards and support Sodexo’s mission and client commitments.
Participate in or lead performance improvement initiatives to enhance clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, and service quality.
Pursue continuing education and skill development, and contribute to training or research.