Description
At NorthBay Healthcare the Clinical Dietitian is responsible for and has the authority to deliver nutrition care according to the philosophy, policies, and goals/objectives of the Nutrition Department. The Dietitian assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates nutritional processes for individual patient care.
The Registered Dietitian makes determinations regarding the progress of the patient toward nutrition goals and utilizes a professional relationship with the patient and family to facilitate those goals. The Dietitian modifies and delivers care specific to the specific behaviors/needs of the pediatric, adult, and geriatric patient with in the scope of service of the Nutrition Department, including nutrition care of patients in Intensive Care, Stepdown, Medical, Surgical, and Emergency areas, as well as various outpatient areas within the system.
At NorthBay Health, our vision is to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve. We are dedicated to improving the well-being of our community by providing accessible, high-quality care to all who need it. Every member of our team plays a vital role in delivering compassionate and effective healthcare solutions. We invite you to join us in our mission to ensure that every patient and family member feels valued, respected, and cared for throughout their healthcare journey.
Qualifications
Education:
- B.S. degree in Nutrition or Dietetics.
- Completion of Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)-approved or accredited internship with emphasis on clinical nutrition.
Licensure:
- Currently Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration. (Registered Dietitian Eligible is also acceptable if the Commission on Dietetic Registration Exam is scheduled and RD status is obtained within 60 days of hire).
Experience:
- At least one-year clinical experience in an acute care hospital or completion of CDR-accredited internship with emphasis on clinical nutrition.
Skills:
- Applies the nutrition care process in providing care.
- Capable of working independently and applying time management effectively.
- Requires written, verbal, and electronic communication skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in dealing with the public, co-workers, patients, and families.
- Ability to remain flexible and positive within a rapidly changing patient care environment.
Interpersonal Skills:
- Demonstrates the True North values. The True North values are a set of value-based behaviors that are to be consistently demonstrated and role modeled by all employees that work at NorthBay Health. The True North values principles consist of Nurture/Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust and Hardwire Excellence
Compensation:
- Hourly Salary Range Min $46.02 - Max $55.75(Offered hourly rate based on years of experience)
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