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Job Requisition: REQ 2801 Employment Type: Full-Time Shift: Days Hours Per Week: 40 hours

Hiring Range : $28.73 - $38.44

The actual compensation for this position will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Responsibilities:

Assesses patients for nutritional status. Provides interventions/treatments including diet therapy, counseling or specialized nutrition supplements.

Collaborates with physicians, nursing and ancillary services such as speech pathology or physical therapy.

Monitors tolerance and effectiveness of nutritional regimen and recommends therapy adjustments as necessary. Provides medical nutrition therapy and evaluates effectiveness of treatments.

Researches and takes initiatives to resolve nutrition care related complaints and problems. Assists in monitoring meals including intake, diet compliance and tray accuracy. Maintains sanitation of food preparation area(s) through planned and unannounced inspections.

Complexity of Work:

Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Required Credential(s):

Dietitian/Nutritionist credentialed from the Commission on Dietetic Registration obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Preferred Credential(s):

Advanced Life Support.

BLS Provider.

Educator specializing in Diabetes Management

Must be able to speak, read, write and follow instructions in English.

Education:

High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree required.