Dietitian Ii And Iii - Hawaii State Hospital - Kaneohe, Oahu

Recruitment Number 26-0062

Department of Health – Dietitian II / Dietitian III

Dietitian II: $4,590 per month (SR‑18, Step

D).

Dietitian III: $4,961 to $6,043 per month (SR‑20, Step D to I).

Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant’s qualifications, and other relevant factors.

The Dietitian II assesses patients’ nutritional needs; develops and implements nutritional care plans and therapeutic diets; counsels patients on dietetics; evaluates progress and results; prepares appropriate reports; and performs other related duties as assigned.

The Dietitian III provides responsible professional dietetic services to individual patients encompassing all areas of dietetics. The position is responsible for independently performing the full range of professional dietetic activities in an institution. The Dietitian III is responsible for assessing the nutritional needs of patients, preparing nutritional care plans and formulating therapeutic diets, instructing patients on diet restrictions and allowances, and preparing special and therapeutic menus.

The position may also order food, oversee food preparation and meal service, and assign and review the work of food service personnel.

Applicants will be placed on the eligible list for ALL levels for which they are qualified.

• Legal Authorization to Work: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
• Basic
  
  Education:
  
  A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a course of study approved by the American Dietetic Association, including the successful completion of a dietetic internship, or other equivalent clinical component approved by the Association.
• Registration Requirement: Applicants must be registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association or have the documented equivalent in education, training, and experience, with evidence of relevant continuing education.
• Specialized Experience Requirements:
  • Dietitian II:
    No experience needed.
  • Dietitian III:
    One (1) year of progressively responsible professional dietetic or nutrition experience that provided the applicant with a full professional understanding of the theories of dietetic therapy and their application in the maintenance, improvement and/or recovery of good health.
• Substitutions Allowed: Possession of a master’s degree in foods and nutrition, dietetics or institutional food management may be substituted for one (1) year of specialized experience.

The information provided above represents a summary of the complete minimum qualification requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, .

The State of Hawai’i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call  for assistance.

This continuous recruitment may be closed at any time.