Clinical Dietitian - PRN

A Clinical Dietitian provides medical nutrition therapy as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team. Responsibilities include conducting nutrition assessments, developing and implementing personalized nutrition care plans, and monitoring patient outcomes. The role involves performing nutrition-focused physical exams, educating patients and families on dietary needs, and managing nutrition support such as enteral feeding. The dietitian applies evidence-based practices, utilizes the Nutrition Care Process, and documents all patient interactions accurately.

They participate in quality improvement initiatives, research activities, and mentor dietetic interns and technicians. Continuous professional development and adherence to organizational and regulatory standards are essential.

A Clinical Dietitian provides medical nutrition therapy as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team. Responsibilities include conducting nutrition assessments, developing and implementing personalized nutrition care plans, and monitoring patient outcomes. The role involves performing nutrition-focused physical exams, educating patients and families on dietary needs, and managing nutrition support such as enteral feeding. The dietitian applies evidence-based practices, utilizes the Nutrition Care Process, and documents all patient interactions accurately.

They participate in quality improvement initiatives, research activities, and mentor dietetic interns and technicians. Continuous professional development and adherence to organizational and regulatory standards are essential.

• Assess patient nutrition status and develop tailored care plans.
• Implement and evaluate nutrition interventions to improve health outcomes.
• Provide nutrition education on diets, supplements, and community resources.
• Manage enteral nutrition support and transitional feeding plans.
• Apply research and best practices to optimize patient care.
• Participate in performance improvement and quality initiatives.
• Mentor interns and maintain professional competencies.

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition/dietetics and completion of an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program.
• Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist (RD/RDN) certification required within 6 months of hire.
• Licensure as a Dietitian (LD) in the state within 6 months.
• One to two years of clinical experience preferred; familiarity with electronic medical records essential.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.