Dietitian

Overview

CHI Health Lakeside is West Omahas only full-service hospital. We believe that patient-focused care heals the body mind and spirit of every person. Our campus is designed for patients and sets the tone for a comfortable less stressful hospital stay. As one of the most technologically advanced hospitals in the world we provide a full range of services including: maternity cancer and surgery care as well as diagnostics and emergency services.

Responsibilities

• Sign-on Bonus Eligible $5k**
• Practices and performs at the minimum competent level as outlined by the current Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Scope of Practice in Nutrition and Dietetics (SOP) and Standards of Professional Performance for Registered Dietetics (SOPP).
• Develops and implements a patient plan of care based on evidence-based practice and an assessment of nutritional needs.
• Interprets, evaluates, and utilizes pertinent current research related to nutritional care.
• Evaluates nutritional interventions and provides follow up to ensure continuity of care.
• Counsels individuals and families in nutritional principles, dietary plans, and food selection, adapting plans to the individual.
• Clearly and concisely communicates appropriate nutritional care data through all record systems.
• Participates in health team meetings and serves as the expert on nutritional care.
• Promotes communication between departments as a patient advocate to facilitate patient care. Provides nutrition education to hospital personnel and community.
  
  
  

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor’s Degree

Registered as a Dietitian (RD) by Commission on Dietetic Registration.

Current license as Medical Nutrition Therapist in Nebraska

Pay Range

$21.80 - $31.62 /hour