Travel Registered Dietician (Clinical) Job

Healthforce•Bakersfield, CA

4d•$2,499 - $2,628•Onsite

About The Position

This is a travel Registered Dietitian (Clinical) assignment in Bakersfield, California, for 13 weeks. The role involves providing clinical nutrition care to patients identified with nutritional risk. Responsibilities include assessment, developing care plans, patient and family education, interdisciplinary communication, and thorough documentation. This temporary assignment is managed by Healthforce Healthcare LLC and offers potential extension opportunities based on performance and project needs. Travel support and dedicated staffing assistance are provided.

Requirements

Active California Registered Dietitian license (RD) or eligibility as applicable.
Registered Dietitian (RD) certification.
Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics or Nutrition from an ACEND-accredited program.
Clinical nutrition experience preferred.
Ability to work 40 hours per week on a daytime shift; strong in-person communication and documentation skills.
Capability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary, fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive nutritional care to patients identified with nutritional risk, including initial assessments and reassessments.
Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
Educate patients and families on nutrition-related care, disease management, and expected outcomes.
Document all interventions accurately in the electronic medical record and ensure compliance with policy and practice standards.
Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate nutrition goals and ensure continuity of care.
Demonstrate clinical competence and decision-making skills in delivering nutrition services.