Registered Dietitian - PRN

Accepting applications until: January 29, 2026 at 11:59 PM CST

Location: DALLAS, TX 75251

Department: Clinical

Division: Faith Presbyterian Hospice

The Dietician/Dietitian will provide nutritional assessments, dietary counseling, education and interventions to the terminally ill patient and their family and/or care givers. The Dietician/Dietitian is an active participant in the Hospice's Interdisciplinary Group/Team (IDG/T) and assists in developing, coordinating, and implementing an individualized Plan of Care (POC).

• Models a service attitude towards others, takes ownership in solving problems and takes the initiative to make things better, is friendly and courteous to residents, patients and co-workers
• Develops and implements a dietary plan of care based on the assessment of the hospice patient's nutritional needs
• Provides education and counseling for both (1) the purpose of training the patient, family or care givers in providing patient care and, (2) helping the patient and those providing care to adjust to patients’ approaching death.
• Appropriately reports changes to the IDG/T. Documents appropriate, pertinent information and interventions provided by completing notes and updating the POC to ensure continuity of care.
• Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to meet the needs of the patients.
• Functions within state license and standards of practice.
• Communicates and collaborates in a positive, supportive and respectful manner to patients, families, care givers and the IDG/T.
• Provides education to the patients and caregivers regarding nutrition in terminal illness and at the end of life.
• Provides an environment which promotes respect for patients, their privacy, and property.
• Participates in the Hospice’s QAPI program as appropriate.
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency.
• Follows the Hospice’s infection control policy.
• Promotes the Hospice’s philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
• Participates in the Hospice’s educational in-service programs as required.
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree in nutrition or a related subject, preferred.
• Registered or Licensed Dietician.
• Must have current driver’s license.
• One (1) year of experience as a dietician/dietitian. Experience in hospice or working with terminally ill patients preferred.
• Knowledge of nutritional needs of the terminally ill patient. Good interpersonal skills. Demonstrates ability to work with electronic medical records. Good understanding of hospice philosophy.
• Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance required.

• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in a variety of computer software applications and Microsoft Office
• Ability to demonstrate our Values of Diversity, Integrity, Stewardship and Compassion in performance of daily responsibilities and interactions with residents, patients, families and teammates
• Ability to read, write and effectively communicate in English
• Ability to work independently; able to establish priorities and deadlines
• Ability to adjust to changing conditions, frequent demands and stressful situations
• Ability to organize workflow and document timely and accurately
• Ability to acquire new knowledge to perform additional or more difficult tasks
• Ability to maintain a positive, stable disposition in performing, working in association with staff and residents
• Ability to maintain a high level of performance in an environment of frequent demands and changes
• Ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team, to share information freely, to use and seek supervision and consultation verbally and in writing, and to be able to follow both verbal and written instructions
• Ability to comply with organizational and departmental safety policies and procedures
• Ability to communicate with all levels of teammates and provide exceptional customer service.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality; able to handle confidential information and use good judgement when making decisions
• Ability to perform work tasks within the Physical Demand Requirements
• Ability to comply with the Resident Bill of Rights and the Employee Responsibilities.
• Ability to comply with organizational and departmental safety policies and procedures.