Travel Dietitian/Registered Dietitian in Kansas City, KS

Dietitian/Registered Dietitian
Location: Kansas City, KS
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Dietitian

Location

Kansas

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Perform nutrition assessments and re-assessments; identify nutrition goals and interventions, monitor patient progress, and maintain clear and concise medical record documentation
• Develop and monitor enteral and/or parenteral nutrition support regimens in collaboration with pharmacy and medical staff
• Collaborate with Speech Therapy regarding diet progression and transitional feeding to meet patients' nutritional needs
• Attend interdisciplinary team meetings to communicate patients' nutrition care plans, progress, and recommendations; participate in team rounds including wound care and vent weaning
• Develop and implement educational programs for patients, families, and staff; serve as a resource to medical staff regarding evidence-based nutrition practice
• Participate in departmental and facility Performance Improvement Programs, including data collection and analysis

Required Qualifications

• Current Registered Dietitian (RD) credential in good standing
• Maintenance of current professional registration requirements, including continuing education and professional portfolio
• Knowledge of Medical Nutrition Therapy development, implementation, and monitoring
• Ability to evaluate food/drug interactions and herb/supplement interactions
• Strong documentation skills with experience in medical record charting

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with enteral and/or parenteral nutrition support in an acute or post-acute care setting
• Familiarity with interdisciplinary team collaboration including wound care and ventilator weaning rounds
• Specialized certification or academic background in clinical nutrition or a related area

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to practice in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment with a strong emphasis on patient safety and quality care
• Engage in meaningful clinical work including menu development, therapeutic diet oversight, and direct patient and staff education