Mark Twain Medical Center is a member of Dignity Health. The word dignity perfectly defines what our organization stands for showing respect for all people by providing excellent care. Mark Twain Medical Center opened on August 26 1951 and is located in beautiful San Andreas California. Since opening Mark Twain has provided the highest quality health care for all those needing medical care in Calaveras County. We offer care expert staff and state-of-the-art equipment to meet the growing needs of our community and are committed to the values of dignity collaboration justice stewardship and excellence.

The Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) will provide medical nutrition therapy through individualized and/or group sessions in an outpatient or clinic setting. The RDN will perform services to include, but not limited to, assessing nutritional status, developing nutrition recommendations, instructing patients in diet modifications, and providing follow up care as needed. The RDN will be integral to the continuum of care for our patients and community, particularly through their assistance with comprehensive management of patient’s conditions within the scope of the licensure.

• Conducts and coordinates outpatient nutritional counseling sessions and services, including nutrition assessment, reassessment, group instruction and patient/family education. Follows Medical Nutrition Therapy and performs all duties required by RDN as defined in the scope of practice to ensure that the needs of patients are addressed.
• Responds to patient inquiries and makes appropriate recommendations and treatment adjustments.
• Accurately completes required documentation in the EHR, including client notes, participation data, communication logs and progress reports.
• Communicates with providers and multidisciplinary teams regarding patient problems, needs and progress.

Requirments:

• Bachelors Degree and Masters Degree
• Master’s Degree - Bachelor’s degree from an accredited dietetics program andMasters Degree and Masters degree in nutrition-related field required.
• Certification as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

Licensure: 

• CDE - within 1 year