Registered Dietitian-Delano-CA-21261-Pay Negotiable

Registered Dietitian

Job Summary

Assesses patients' nutritional needs and develops individualized nutrition care plans to support health, recovery, and disease management. Provides dietary guidance, monitors nutritional progress, and collaborates with healthcare professionals to promote optimal patient outcomes.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field (Required)
• Completion of an accredited dietetic internship or supervised practice program (Required)
• Minimum 1 year of clinical or healthcare nutrition experience (Preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential (Required)
• State dietitian license or registration, where applicable (Required)
• Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) certification (Preferred or based on facility requirements)

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts nutritional assessments and evaluates patients' dietary needs.
• Develops individualized nutrition care plans based on medical conditions and treatment requirements.
• Provides dietary counseling and nutrition education to patients and families.
• Monitors patients' nutritional status and evaluates responses to dietary interventions.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate nutritional care.
• Recommends appropriate therapeutic diets and nutritional supplements.
• Documents nutritional assessments, interventions, and patient progress accurately.
• Follows clinical nutrition guidelines, regulatory requirements, and patient safety standards.