PRN Dietitian

LifeCare Hospitals of North Texas • Carrollton, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Dietitian provides assessment, nutrition care plan development and implementation, and patient education. Maintains effective communication with medical, nursing, and departmental management concerning nutritional care of patients.

Requirements

• Graduate degree from a USDE-recognized accredited institution (or equivalent)
• Two (2) years' experience as a clinical dietitian
• Current license as a Registered Dietitian in the state where currently practicing
• Current registration through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
• BLS certification

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a hospital environment

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional status, therapeutic diet(s), enteral or parenteral nutrition, and patient condition.
• Develop and implement the nutritional plan of care for patients in response to identified needs with input from the patient and family.
• Re-assess patients at least bi-weekly and as needed.
• Maintain effective communication with medical, nursing, and departmental management concerning nutritional care of patients.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level