Senior Registered Dietitian

Primary City/State: Glendale, Arizona Department Name: Culinary & Nutrition-Hosp Work Shift: Day Job Category: Facilities, Environmental Services, and Culinary $10,000 Sign-On Bonus!! Sign‑on bonus is available; may be awarded after eligibility criteria are met. Position may be downgraded to Registered Dietitian for the right applicant. Full‑time schedule: 4x10’s or 5x8’s, start time 6:30am-8:00am. Requires 12‑month commitment for Registered Dietitians. POSITION SUMMARY This position provides leadership in specialty area of clinical nutrition, establishes practice standards, serves as a mentor, and manages a complex caseload of patients with comprehensive nutrition assessments and care plans, including education, counseling and quality improvement. CORE FUNCTIONS Provides comprehensive nutrition assessment, including nutrition‑focused physical exams, and interprets data based on evidence‑based standards. Demonstrates competency in enteral and parenteral clinical practice protocols and oral nutrition management, demonstrated by competency exams and ongoing evaluation. Writes orders to initiate and manage nutrition care and of all assigned patients, including those on nutrition support, per protocols. Evaluates effectiveness of the care plan and communicates findings to the healthcare team, ensuring optimal nutrition outcomes and meeting regulatory requirements. Provides nutrition education to patients, families, staff, and other healthcare team professionals through teaching materials and in‑service programs. Leads in practice area, establishes procedures, and acts as liaison with nursing areas, monitors policies, and provides mentorship to new staff and interns. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities to ensure optimal nutrition care outcomes. Develops training and educational materials to assist colleagues in developing skills and mentors staff in specialized area. Interacts with patients, families, providers, and staff to provide high‑quality nutrition assessment, care planning, delivery and measurement of outcomes. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or equivalent coursework, and be a registered dietitian (RD) as defined by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). From January 1, 2024, a Master’s degree is required to qualify for the registration exam. Must hold current registration and maintain licensure in accordance with state law. Must have 3‑5 years of clinical experience in a specialty area, and be able to function independently and prioritize patient case load. To be classified as a Senior Registered Dietitian, at least 50% of the dietitian’s case load must be in the specialty area and certification in one of the following areas is required: International Board Certified Lactation Consultant; Certified Clinical Transplant Dietitian; Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist; Certified Nutrition Support Clinician; Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition; Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition; Board Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition; Board Certified Specialist in Gerontology Nutrition; Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics; Board Certified Specialist in Digestive Health; Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Critical Care; Advanced Practitioner (RD‑AP, RDN‑AP); Nutrition Wound Care Certified; Certified Nutrition Specialist; Board Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management. Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, or related facilities serving children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card and an Arizona Criminal History Affidavit at time of hire and maintain them throughout employment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Additional education and/or experience in related fields is preferred. EEO Statement EEO/Disabled/Veterans Our organization supports a drug‑free work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr