Clinical Dietitian I - Clinical Nutrition
SUMMARY: This position is accountable for medical nutrition therapy of the pediatric patient. This individual screens patients for nutritional risk, assesses nutrition needs, identifies nutritional requirements according to age and disease, determines nutritional diagnosis, and develops and implements nutrition plans of care. The incumbent evaluates and monitors the outcomes of medical nutrition therapy intervention and provides nutrition education to patients and families to accomplish patient goals.
EXPERIENCE:
- Bilingual skills preferred.
EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in food and nutrition or related subject required.
- Coordinated program in Dietetics, dietetic internship or approved pre-professional practice program required.
- Registered Dietitian (RD) required.
- Registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration required
POSITION DETAILS: Full-time, 80 hours per pay period.
PAY RANGE: $36.00-$56.00
LOCATION: Madera, CA
ABOUT VALLEY CHILDREN S HOSPITAL:
Based in Madera, CA, and ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best children s hospitals in the country in seven pediatric specialties and has been open for 70 years. It has grown from a 42-bed hospital to one of the largest pediatric healthcare networks in the Country. With hospitals and clinics located from Sacramento to San Luis Obispo, you are sure to find an opportunity that fits your lifestyle. Valley Children s maintains a family-like atmosphere to more than 3,000 employees and recognizes that employees play an important role in the success of the entire organization, so employees and their families are rewarded with robust benefits.
Valley Children s is proud to have dedicated staff committed to the highest quality of pediatric care. From the moment you enter the doors, you will feel at home. They have a strong presence in the community and tremendous pride for the care they deliver. Many Valley Children s employees have been with the organization for over 10 years while others more than 30 years and they continue to grow their career through supported professional growth and development.
Valley Children s main campus sits in the heart of one of the most beautiful states in the nation, just a short drive from three national parks and your choice of California coastline beaches. No matter your interest, you will have many opportunities for recreation, arts, entertainment, and more.