Clinical Dietician PRN
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Job Location:
Palmer, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
9 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Clinical Dietitian evaluates implements and improves patient nutritional care by managing physician-ordered therapeutic diets providing nutrition education and contributing to patient satisfaction initiatives. This role collaborates with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans and ensures compliance with clinical nutrition standards and policies.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Pay
- Medical Dental Vision and Life Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Extended Illness Bank (EIB)
- Matching 401(k)
- Opportunities for Career Advancement
- Rewards & Recognition Programs
- Exclusive Discounts and Perks*
Essential Functions
- Conducts comprehensive nutritional assessments using information from medical records patient interviews families and healthcare professionals.
- Develops and implements individualized care plans evaluates their effectiveness and revises them as needed to support optimal patient outcomes.
- Documents all relevant aspects of nutritional care in accordance with departmental and regulatory standards.
- Educates patients families and caregivers on nutrition-related topics through individual consultations group classes and community presentations.
- Participates in healthcare team meetings to discuss patient care needs and collaborate on treatment plans.
- Serves as a resource for medical staff nursing services and other departments by providing expertise in clinical nutrition.
- Assists with menu planning and portion specifications to ensure compliance with therapeutic diet requirements.
- Monitors patient meal acceptance conducts unit rounds as needed and addresses concerns to enhance patient satisfaction.
- Revises and maintains policies and procedures related to clinical nutrition to ensure quality and compliance with current standards.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Dietetics Nutrition or related field required
- 0-2 years of clinical dietetics experience in a hospital or healthcare setting required
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Strong understanding of clinical nutrition principles therapeutic diets and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients families and healthcare professionals.
- Ability to develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans.
- Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation systems.
- Organizational and time management skills to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
- Commitment to professional growth and staying current with advancements in nutrition science.
Licenses and Certifications
- REG DIET - Dietitian Registered required
State Specific Requirements
- NONE in Alaska
INDNC
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- EMR Systems
- Motivational Interviewing
- Food Service
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- Computer Skills
- MDS
- Dietary Department Experience
- Dialysis Experience
- Food Production Experience
- Tube Feeding
About Company
For more than 40 years, CHS has been developing and operating healthcare delivery systems committed to helping people get well and live healthier.
