Clinical Dietitian at Nebraska Methodist Health System

Location: Council Bluffs, Iowa
Type: Part-time

Description

The Clinical Dietitian at Nebraska Methodist Health System conducts medical nutrition therapy, ensuring adherence to Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics standards. Responsibilities include conducting nutrition assessments, devising and implementing nutrition plans, monitoring outcomes, integrating professional standards, utilizing evidence-based practices, educating patients, and pursuing professional development.

Required Skills

Planning
Delegation
Time management
Problem-solving
Nutritional Calculations
Microsoft Office
Electronic Medical Record Documentation
Verbal Communication Skills
Customer Service Skills

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: 1–2 years of previous clinical experience working with patients across the aging continuum.
Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of The Joint Commission requirements.
Skill in planning, delegation, time-management, and problem-solving.
Skill in performing nutritional calculations based on body weight, age, lab values, and clinical status.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Skill in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook applications.
Skill in electronic medical record documentation.
Strong verbal communication skills for positive interaction with staff and patients.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to interpret lab results as related to nutritional status of patients.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend various written reports and documents.
Requires the ability to provide transportation to other campus and/or work-related locations within a reasonable timeframe.