What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Dietitian, Per Diem position at Western Reserve?
Provides nutrition education to patient and family members on appropriate food selections and eating behaviors to accomplish patient goals and collaborates with members of the health care team to provide medical nutrition therapy. Identifies patients at high nutritional risk based on criteria outlined by Western Reserve Hospital. Assesses nutrition needs and nutrient requirements according to age, disease and specific needs of patients. Continuously evaluates and monitors the effectiveness and outcomes of medical nutrition therapy intervention. Supervises dietetic technicians and mentors dietetic students.
Requirements
1.Education and Training •Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or closely related field of study. •Registered and licensed dietitian (RD)
2.Experience 1-2 years of position related food and nutrition experience.
3.Other Skills, Competencies and Qualifications Ability to operate a computer.
