Clinical Dietitian (Weight Management)

A Brief Overview

Under the general supervision of the Clinical Nutrition Manager (CNM)/Director of Nutritional Services. The Registered Dietitian acts as a resource for nutrition information for medical staff. Performs and documents nutritional assessments according to the MNT protocol and Stormont Vail Health Standards of Care. Collaborates inter-professionally to plan and implement patient care.

Experience Qualifications

Hospital or ambulatory clinic experience. Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

Dietitian License - KDADS Required

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) - CDR Required

What you will do

Obtains nutrition history and conducts a nutrition assessment. Makes recommendations for nutrition support, enteral and parenteral nutrition.

Develops and implements plan of care based on assessment of nutritional needs and available sources. Correlates this plan with other healthcare professionals.

Instructs or counsels patients and/or their families in nutritional principles, dietary plans, food selection, preparation, and specific diet education.

Evaluates nutritional care and provides follow-up continuity of care.

Documents nutrition care plans and information into the patient’s medical records. Assists in maintaining EPIC for accuracy and productivity

Teaches nutrition and diet therapy to hospital personnel, community groups, and Nutritional Services team members. Performs in-service training to At Your Request team members