Clin Registered Dietitian II - Perinatal Diagnostic Center - El Camino Health

Job Description

The Clinical Registered Dietitian is a member of the professional health care team who provides general clinical nutrition care to all patients on units which they are trained and are competent to perform. The Clinical RD identifies patients with increased protein and/or energy needs or other medical/nutrition problems that may place them at nutrition risk. Develops and implements and implement nutrition care plans, including continued monitoring, assessment, nutritional support, discharge planning, and patient/family education of all patients with special nutritional needs/support. Participates in performance improvement and special projects in assigned areas of responsibility. In the outpatient setting provides nutrition counseling to those with specific medical problems and those wishing to promote optimal health. Delivers education through individual counseling, group classes, and community presentations.

Qualifications

Complete the minimum education requirements as set forth by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Minimum three (3) years of experience in an acute care hospital setting

Must meet one of the three qualifications below:

a. Masters Degree in a nutrition or health related field, OR

b. Complete fellowship related to nutrition, public health or healthcare administration, OR

c. Complete and maintain certification in a particular area of expertise by CDR and/or ASPEN and/or American Association of Diabetes Educators resulting in any of the following credentials and consecutive recertification periods:

• Specialist in Renal Nutrition (CSR)

• Specialist in Gerontological Nutrition (CSG)

• Specialist in Oncology Nutrition (CSO)

• Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC)

• Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)  

License/Certification/Registration Requirements

Must be a Registered Dietitian; registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) as defined by the California Business and Professions Code, and be current with CDR portfolio.

Salary Range:

$48.79 - $63.59 USD Hourly