What are the responsibilities and job description for the Acute Care Dietetics Professional position at Norman Regional Health System?
As a Registered Clinical Dietitian, you will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care in our acute care setting. This includes conducting initial and ongoing nutrition assessments, educating patients and staff on dietary needs, and ensuring compliance with licensure and continuing education requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Initial nutrition assessment of patient condition.
- Ongoing reassessment and follow-up care.
- Nutrition education services for patients and staff.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Education:
Any program approved by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics that leads to registration as a Registered Dietitian/Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist (RD/RDN).
Basic knowledge of subspecialty areas (including nutrition support, diabetes, cardiology, renal, oncology) is required.
Experience:
Preferably, six months of clinical experience in an acute care facility.
Licensure/Certification:
Registration with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and an Oklahoma State Dietitian license must be achieved within the first 6 months of employment.