Dietician (Daily Pay!)

Food and Nutrition Services
Food and Nutrition Services Manager
Per Diem/AM
Plans and delivers nutritional care to patients according to the physicians' diagnoses, and the standards established by the hospital and the Food & Nutrition Services (FNS) department. Screens newly admitted patients to identify those at nutritional risk. Responsible for all clinical dietetic functions, including nutritional assessments, dietary treatment plans, goals, progress updates, follow-up evaluations, diet instructions, and food and drug interaction (DFI) instructions. Performs assigned administrative duties in the absence of the FNS manager as needed. Directs and conducts therapeutic nutrition programs for patients in the acute care hospital and SNF units in accordance with the hospital standards, policies and regulatory requirements.

• • Reviews trayline reports, utilizes electronic health record (EHR) to correctly screen and prioritize all patients at nutritional risks.
• • Observes medical record documentation guidelines.
• Consults other health care professionals and incorporate patients' nutritional plans into their overall care plan.
• • Inventories and orders nutritional products as needed.
• Demonstrates the ability to use all basic food service equipment.
• • Demonstrates knowledge of food safety and sanitation.
• • Assists in the development and monitoring of FNS Department's performance improvement program.
• Performs assigned administrative duties in the absence of the FNS Manager.
• Revises, updates, and develops bilingual (English and Chinese) diet instruction materials.
• Observes and assists to develop the FNS department policies and procedures.
• Maintains appropriate relations with hospital and medical staff.
• Provides nutrition information to hospital staff as requested.
• Demonstrates good rapport, cooperation, and provides assistance as needed.
• is creative, flexible and adaptive in all situation.
• Maintains personal hygiene for a well-groomed and professional image. Demonstrates good judgment and cost-conscious attitude in daily operation, i.e. minimizing food and energy waste.• Works to achieve the department and hospital goals.
• Participates in community activities that promote Chinese Hospital, if assigned.
• Assists in the recruiting, orientation, and training of new dietetic services personnel and/or registered dietitian if needed.
• Conducts in-services for the FNS department and hospital staff.• Completes the continuing professional educational requirements of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the Commission on Dietetic Registration to maintain registration.
• Complies with Chinese Hospital Association Compliance Handbook including code of ethics and all statues, regulations and guidelines applicable to federal and state programs. Responsibilities include following the guidelines, reporting suspected violations of any statue, regulations, agreements and guidelines applicable to all healthcare programs.
• Follows Hospital and Department policies and procedures at all times, including but not limited to: Administrative Manual, Environment of Care, Human Resources, Infection Control, Corporate Compliance, Code of Ethics, etc.

Respect - We seek to create a community within our organization that enhances self-worth ofindividuals working with us and for our patients. In return, management expects acommitment from employees to the values of the organization and its work on behalf of the community.
We delegate authority to match responsibility, expecting decision making to occur as close to the customer as possible.
Team Work - We believe that quality, cost effective, compassionate care can only be provided through team work. Accountability - We accept personal responsibility for our actions and take ownership of our results. We as individuals recognize achievement and are challenged to improve our performance by providing and accepting coaching and feedback.
Quality Improvement - We will improve value through the process of continuous quality improvement with focus on the relationship between quality and cost. Community collaboration and Benefit - We will collaborate within the limits or our resources with other agencies and providers to address the health care wellness needs of our community, recognizing that access to services must be made available regardless of an individual's ability to pay.
Prudent use of resources - We will use and maintain our assets and resources prudently in order to meet community expectations. Our organization requires an overall positive return on investment to carry out its mission and to invest in new programs, equipment and facilities. We believe that integration simplifies and improves the process of health care and is a means of achieving economies of scale which will ultimately reduce costs. Able to communicate effectively in Cantonese (or Toisan) and English, both verbally and in writing
Current certification as a Registered Dietitian in the state of California, and evidence of continuing professional education to maintain registration
Ability to successfully pass pre-employment health screen requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Previous clinical experience in acute hospital preferred
He/she uses his/her hands to do computer work, write reports, do equipment set-up/cleaning/storage, clerical support, etc. He/she will be using the phone frequently. Good vision is needed to be able to read schedules, enter accurate data, etc. He/she must have good general health and demonstrate emotional stability so as to carry out the above-enumerated duties.
~ Ability to lift 20 pounds unassisted or 30 pounds with assistance.

Complies with Chinese Hospital Compliance Handbook including Code of Ethics and all statutes, regulations, guidelines applicable to federal and state programs. Responsibilities include, following the guidelines and reporting suspected violations of any statute, regulations, agreements or guidelines applicable to all healthcare programs.
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.