Clinical Dietitian - PRN

Role Overview: This position is for a Clinical Dietitian responsible for providing medical nutrition therapy as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

• Key Responsibilities: Conduct nutrition assessments, develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans, and evaluate patient outcomes. Provide nutrition education to patients, families, and staff, and manage nutrition support therapies including enteral feeding. Participate in performance improvement, research, and team activities, mentoring dietetic interns and technicians. Ensure care aligns with professional standards, regulatory requirements, and evidence-based practices.
• Core Duties: Collaborate with patients and healthcare team to assess needs, develop goals, and deliver quality nutrition services. Document all patient interactions accurately, monitor therapy effectiveness, and adjust plans as necessary. Utilize current research, perform physical exams focused on nutrition, and foster positive patient experiences through empathetic communication.
• Professional Development: Engage in lifelong learning, conduct self-assessments, participate in quality improvement initiatives, and mentor upcoming dietetics professionals.
  
  

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in nutrition/dietetics, completion of an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program, and registration as a Dietitian/Nutritionist (RD, RDN) within 6 months. Licensure as a Dietitian (LD) required within 6 months. Preferred experience includes 1-2 years of clinical practice, proficiency with electronic medical records, and strong communication skills. AHA-BLS certification is preferred.