DIETITIAN
About The Position
Morrison Healthcare is seeking a Registered Dietitian to join the clinical nutrition team at California Rehabilitation Institute, a 138-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital in Los Angeles, California. The Dietitian will provide Medical Nutrition Therapy and evidence-based nutrition care to support patients’ recovery and rehabilitation. The role includes comprehensive nutrition assessments, individualized nutrition care planning, monitoring patient progress, and educating patients, families, caregivers, staff, and the community. The Dietitian will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and food service management, contribute to quality improvement, and support staff and dietetic interns through education and training as applicable. The position follows a Monday–Friday schedule with rotating weekends. Candidates must be registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), or eligible to obtain certification. A state dietitian license is required where applicable, or the candidate must be willing to obtain one. Healthcare experience is preferred, though new graduates with strong clinical training are encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), or eligible to take the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) exam and obtain certification.
- Licensed Dietitian in the state of practice where applicable, or willing to obtain licensure.
- Healthcare experience is preferred; new graduates with strong clinical training are encouraged to apply.
Nice To Haves
- Healthcare experience.
- Strong clinical training for new graduates.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop individualized nutrition care plans to promote recovery and improve health outcomes.
- Monitor patient progress and provide Medical Nutrition Therapy in an acute care setting.
- Educate patients, families, caregivers, staff, and the community on nutrition and lifestyle strategies.
- Apply current research in accordance with the diet manual, company policies, and facility protocols.
- Contribute to Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
- Partner with the food service management team to support patient satisfaction and service goals.
- Support staff and dietetic interns through education and training as applicable.
Benefits
- Education reimbursement for advanced learning.
- Career advancement and growth programs tailored to RDNs.
- Financial rewards for obtaining specialty board certifications.
- Relocation assistance for moves of 50 miles or more, based on location.
- Coverage of professional membership dues, CDR fees, and licensure fees.
- Free continuing education units through a nutrition education webinar series.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage.
- 401(k) and retirement plans.
- Flexible or paid time off and holiday pay, varying by site and state.
- Paid parental leave and personal leave.
- Shopping discounts and commuter benefits.
- Employee Assistance Program, flexible spending accounts, and health programs.
- Identity theft protection and pet insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
