Clinical Dietitian (Nex)

Location North Richland Hills Neighborhood Clinic Department NHC Dietician Shift First Shift (United States of America) Standard Weekly Hours 24 Summary The Clinical Dietitian is an entry-level registered dietitian. This role provides evidence-based nutrition care to patients and families across inpatient and/or outpatient settings. The Clinical Dietitian develops, implements, and monitors individualized medical nutrition therapy plans to support patient growth, healing, and quality of life. This role applies technical knowledge and skills depending on the severity and complexity of the case. The Clinical Dietitian collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, families, and caregivers to ensure optimal nutritional outcomes on routine matters, provides patient and caregiver education, and contributes to evidence-based practice initiatives. Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field required. Meets the current RD/RDN entry standards. Bilingual Preferred, but not required Experience working in community nutrition and/or outpatient nutrition setting preferred Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification RD/RDN (Registered Dietitian/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist) credential issued by the Commission on Dietetic Registration required. Licensed Dietitian (LD) in the State of Texas required. CPR certification required. Hours 24 hours per week (Days can be flexible.) Day Time: 8:00am to 5:00pm Travel to different clinics, mileage reimbursed Grandfather Clause Effective January 1, 2024, all newly hired Registered Dietitians must meet the national requirement of holding a master’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a related field to be eligible for credentialing and employment. Employees hired or credentialed as Registered Dietitians prior to January 1, 2024 are grandfathered under the previous bachelor’s degree requirement and remain eligible to continued employment in this role with active registration and state licensure in good standing. Equal Opportunity Statement Cook Children's is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children's offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cook Children's Health Care System