REGISTERED DIETITIAN (SAFETY)

Facility: DSH - Atascadero Position Details Job Code #:

JC-533459

Position #(s):

455-548-2172-XXX

Working Title: Registered Dietitian (Safety) Classification:

REGISTERED DIETITIAN (SAFETY)

$6,489.00 - $8,610.00 T

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: Multiple Work Location: San Luis Obispo County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Facility: DSH - Atascadero Job Description And Duties This advertisement is posted "Until Filled". Application review dates are as follows: November 2, 2026 November 16, 2026 November 30, 2026 The Registered Dietitian will be directed by the Dietetics Assistant Director in Nutrition Services at the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero (ASH). The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties, but not limited to: Nutrition Assessment, Monitoring and Evaluation Completes nutrition assessments utilizing the Nutrition Care Process for each assigned patient. Attends and consults with members of the treatment and interdisciplinary team. Initiates a more intensive MNT plan for patients identified at higher nutritional risk. Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of nutrition interventions and outcomes. Maintains current patient profile information on assigned patients. Nutrition Therapy Plan Implementation Implements nutrition interventions in collaboration with the treatment/interdisciplinary team. Communicates to Nutrition Services staff and monitors the individualized patient meal/nourishment plans. Provides consultation to unit staff and patients as problems or questions arise regarding MNT. Participates in department meetings, professional practice groups and hospital committees. Safety/Security/Infection Control/Emergency Response Conducts self with professionalism and maintains requirements in safety, security, infection control, emergency response, and a non-hostile work environment. Eligibility: To be considered for this career opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of one of the following: reachable on a certification list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. It is your responsibility to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications specified in the examination bulletin/classification specifications. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Department Information The Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings, and many historical landmarks. We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce. Department Website: #J-18808-Ljbffr California Department of State Hospitals