Registered Dietician (PRN)

White Rock Medical Center is a community-based hospital located near the historic White Rock Lake community, that serves the Dallas, Garland, Mesquite and surrounding areas. We specialize in a wide range of services including comprehensive medical/surgical care, bariatric, cardiology, outpatient and emergency medicine. Our mission is to deliver exceptional healthcare with compassion and excellence. White Rock Medical Center is seeking compassionate, care-minded individuals to join our company and make a difference. As a member of the White Rock Medical Center team, you can advance your skills while working in a supportive and patient focused environment. Why join White Rock Medical Center? Competitive salary and benefits Employee programs and events. Paid Time Off and 7 Company Holidays. Employer paid life insurance. Additional voluntary benefits such as STD, LTD, etc. Job Summary The Registered Dietitian oversees the nutrition care of inpatients and outpatients, performing nutritional assessments, and managing the physician's orders for therapeutic diets and supplements. The Registered Dietitian also provides nutrition education to patients and/or families, attends patient rounds, and maintains clinical nutrition policies. Duties Complete nutrition assessments and follow-ups on patients with increased nutritional needs in accordance with the facility's policies. Document assessment of patients with nutritional goals and/or changes in status in the medical record. Educate patients and/or family members on nutritional needs as indicated. Educate staff, nursing, and food service employees on issues regarding special diets. Attend patient rounds on assigned floors. Inform nurses and physicians of changes in the patient's nutritional status. Present self in a professional manner in accordance with behavioral expectations of the facility and HHS. Adhere to the facility's policies and procedures, including the confidentiality and patient's rights policies as outlined in the facility's policies and procedures manual. Adhere to the facility's Emergency Preparedness Program, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and other mandatory programs in the facility as appropriate. Perform other tasks as may be assigned. Requirements Registered Dietitian with Commission of Dietetic Registration and Licensed Dietitian as required per state regulations. Applicable work experience preferred. Proficient in computer skills, including Excel and Word. Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing. #J-18808-Ljbffr White Rock Medical Center