Registered Dietician - Registered Dietician

Job Opportunity

A rewarding opportunity for a Dietitian is available. This position requires dedication to providing optimal patient care through comprehensive nutrition services in a hospital setting.

Shift: Variable - 5-8 hour shifts (40 hours per week), including weekends.

Schedule:

Primarily 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, five days a week, with potential days off on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Location:

Various units within the facility, including medical, surgical/pediatric, progressive care, OB, intensive care, long term care, and psychiatric units. Monthly services at Ka'u Hospital and Hilo Hospital in Hawaii.

Candidates must possess an active Hawaii Dietitian License before the start of the assignment and must be a Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.

• Review and correct menus, collaborating with food service management and kitchen staff to enhance patient satisfaction.
• Interview patients to conduct nutrition assessments and make recommendations based on individual needs.
• Follow up with physician consults and provide nutrition education.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and ICU rounds.
• Utilize computer charting for effective patient record management.
• Develop and update nutrition care plans in accordance with Minimum Data Sets.

• Minimum of one year of clinical nutrition experience.
• Proficient in nutrition assessment across all age groups, including pediatric and geriatric patients.
• Expertise in Medical Nutrition Therapy for acute care, long-term care, and critical care settings.
• Experience with nutrition support, including parenteral and enteral nutrition.
• Ability to estimate nutrition needs (caloric, protein, and fluid) accurately.
• Capability to work independently and collaboratively with food service and medical staff.

The dress code for this position is business and professional; lab coats are optional.

Prospective candidates must arrive in Hawaii by the Thursday before their start date to ensure participation in the required employee health appointment on Friday.