Dietitian
Dietitian
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Job Description
Cedar Park Med is seeking a dedicated and experienced Inpatient Dietitian to provide comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and nutrition assessments for patients across the lifespaninfants pediatric adolescent adult and geriatric populations. In this role you will collaborate with the clinical team to assess diagnose and manage patients nutritional needs in an acute care setting. Youll help improve nutritional status reduce hospital length of stay and support better overall patient outcomes.
Schedule: Monday Friday 8:00 A.M. 4:30 P.M. 13 weeks contract. Weekend coverage required
Key Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments using standardized tools including the Malnutrition Screening Tool to identify malnutrition and develop care plans.
Document nutritional diagnoses interventions and monitoring plans in the patients medical record.
Initiate implement or modify physician or practitionerdriven nutrition orders including:
Nutrition supplements and dietary modifications
Diet texture changes for dentition or preferences
Nutritionrelated lab tests and medications
Nutrition education and counseling
Manage enteral and parenteral nutrition therapies including:
Formula selection rate adjustments and supplemental additions
Vitamin/mineral supplementation and fluid adjustments based on clinical needs
Collaborate with medical staff during patient care rounds and participate in Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs.
Attend departmental meetings staff development sessions and relevant professional programs.
Requirements
Registered Dietitian (RD) credential and licensure in the applicable state.
Minimum 2 years of experience in an inpatient or critical care setting (preferred).
Strong clinical knowledge of nutrition support therapies.
Familiarity with interdisciplinary care and EMR documentation.
CNSC certification preferred (Certified Nutrition Support Clinician).
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative healthcare team.
Benefits:
- PTO
- Vacation pay
- Bonus pay
- Health insurance
- 401k
Why Join Us: Join Cedar Park Med and experience a company that genuinely values your growth and success. Beyond our standard benefits like bonuses PTO health insurance and training and career advancement you will have an entire team dedicated to your success. Your personal recruiter will help you with your credentialing and document process. If youre ready to take the next step in your career and experience the difference a dedicated team can make we invite you to join Cedar Park and become part of our family. Your career growth and success are our top priority!
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