15000 Sign On Bonus
The Clinical Dietitian works closely with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide inpatient care that is integrated and compatible with the patient-focused medical goals and objectives. Primary responsibilities include the application of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP), including completion of the nutrition assessment, determination of the nutrition diagnosis, developing and implementing nutrition interventions, and monitoring and evaluating the patients progress.
The Clinical Dietitian uses the Scope of Dietetics Practice Framework (SODPF) to determine the scope of practice, established Standards of Practice and Professional Performance (SOPSOPP) in nutrition care and practice-specific dietetics, and as available evidence-based practice protocols and nutrition practice guidelines to help determine nutrition interventions.
The Clinical Dietitian also assists in the management of resources cost-effectively and participates in compliance and quality performance improvement efforts to ensure that nutrition care is safe and effective. The Clinical Dietitian is an integral part of the multidisciplinary team, is involved in team conferences, provides food and nutrition-related in-services, and contributes to the development and revision of hospital policies.
The Clinical Dietitian also may be involved in community-based nutrition programs and maintains the professional competency and skills required for professional practice.
Education
Bachelors Degree
A Bachelors Degree from a 4-year college or university is required for this position.
Licenses & Certifications
Licensed Dietitian Registered Dietitian
Qualifications
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written with patients, physicians, and staff.
Ability to write letters, summaries, and reports.
Position Requirements