Registered Dietitian (CDCES) - Internal Medicine

UNLV Medicine • Las Vegas, NV

14h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing outpatient nutrition management services to patients in the UNLV Health Internal Medicine department. The position will work as part of a care team, working with faculty, residents, and students. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please Note: UNLV Health does not provide employment sponsorships or sponsorship transfers for any positions.

Requirements

• Diabetes Care and Education Specialist Certification required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics or related field required
• Completion of dietetic internship and trainee program or equivalent required
• Legally authorized to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Provides diabetes self-management education according to the ADCES Diabetes Care and Education Curriculum
• Provides Nutrition consultation in the assigned interdisciplinary specialty clinics
• Assumes a proactive role with patient/family education and patient/family satisfaction in the practice setting
• Assumes personal accountability to enhance the patient experience by using high quality, patient satisfaction-directed interactions/tools/activities in the execution of duties
• Always interacts with patients and families in a compassionate and respectful manner, at all times
• Documents nutrition care plans and recommendations and ensures timely availability of information for inclusion in the interdisciplinary care plan
• Participates in training of staff, students, and residents; and as requested by Department Manager, mentors, and provides education on areas of expertise

Benefits

• 12 Full Day Paid Holidays per year
• 2 Half Day Paid Holidays per year
• 20 PTO days per year
• 3% 401K Contribution
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level