Clinical Dietitian 1

Job Summary The Clinical Dietitian I provides nutrition therapy and education to patients, families, and the community. Performs nutritional assessments of patients and develops care plans. Develops and conducts educational and in-service training programs. Essential Functions Of The Role Performs nutritional assessment of patients, examines medical and nonmedical information by interviewing patients or caregivers and reviewing medical records, establishes appropriate nutrition care, conducts nutrient intake testing, formulates intravenous and enteral nutrition therapy with macro and micronutrient manipulation, establishes total parental nutrition therapy rates and duration, and develops care plans. Provides single or group nutrition counseling for outpatients and inpatients, offers information on fitness and exercise related to weight management and diet, documents important nutritional information in the medical record, and monitors patients to determine the need for changes in nutritional management. Researches, develops, and delivers educational programs for patients, families, staff, dietetic interns, or community groups; conducts in‑service training for staff and assists with training and evaluation of dietetic interns; develops nutrition education tools and documents education in patient medical records. Conducts research and develops proposals to obtain grant funding, writes articles for publications, and delivers presentations on research topics. Participates in multi‑disciplinary patient rounds and case conferences, engages in discharge planning, assesses patient response to the care plan, maximizes efficiency and effectiveness of patient care, attends meetings related to nutrition education, patient care standards, or dietetic internship programs, and potentially serves as a member of the Health Education Task Force. Maintains current knowledge of nutrition services functions through reading literature, attending workshops, seminars, conferences, and by participating in professional organizations. Assists in developing nutritional care and research protocols, participates in quality assurance by helping develop patient care criteria and understanding actual care delivered. Participates in organizing and executing health fairs and other related community events. Key Success Factors Accountable for the proper use of patient protected health information. Ability to deal with complex situations and resolve patient and customer service concerns. Ability to give clear, concise and complete education and instructions. Works well in a patient‑centered environment as an integral team player. Ability to adjust communication style for different audiences and serve as a caring listener, sensitive, upbeat, optimistic, articulate, gracious, and tactful. Benefits Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits. 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%. Tuition reimbursement. PTO accrual beginning Day 1. Qualifications Bachelor's degree. Less than 1 year of experience. Certification / License / Registration Registered Dietitians (RD) #J-18808-Ljbffr