Clinic RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist - $47-61 Per Hour

Stanford Health Care is seeking a Clinic RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist for a job in Palo Alto, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty:

RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Duration: Ongoing Shift: days Employment Type: Staff 1.0 FTE Full time Day

• 08 Hour R Onsite 10 Clinical Nutrition Inpatient Other PALO ALTO, 300 Pasteur Dr, California If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered. Day

• 08 Hour (United States of America) Why work for Stanford Medicine | Stanford Health Care (SHC)? Join one of the Top 10 Hospitals in the Nation Stanford Health Care is part of the adult health care delivery system of Stanford Medicine. Combining clinical care, research, and education to advance the understanding and practice of medicine, we provide compassionate, coordinated care personalized for the unique needs of every patient.
  
  We are proud to provide patients with the very best in diagnosis and treatment. And we are pioneering leading-edge therapies that will change the way health care is delivered tomorrow. This is a non-represented (non-union) role.
  
  The roles supporting inpatient care. The work schedule shall includes one's ability to work onsite (in Palo Alto, CA) and remotely. Benefits begin the first day of the month following employment eligibility.
  
  Our core benefits include medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, an employee assistance program, savings and spending accounts, disability, life and accident insurance, and COBRA. For medical insurance, you have the choice of three generous health plans through Stanford Health Care Alliance, Aetna, or Kaiser Permanente. Each plan includes 100% coverage for preventive care, telemedicine through Teledoc, prescription drug coverage, and behavioral health coverage.
  
  Additional incentives exist for healthy choices. And so much more – generous leave & time off, Wellness Program, special programs, educational assistance, and adoption assistance This is a hybrid Stanford Health Care job. A Brief Overview The Clinical Dietitian I works closely with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide patient care that is integrated and compatible with the patient-focused medical goals and objectives.
  
  Primary responsibilities: application of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) including completion of the nutrition assessment, determination of the nutrition diagnosis, development and implementation of nutrition intervention(s), and monitoring and evaluation of the patient's progress. The Clinical Dietitian I uses the Scope of Dietetics Practice Framework (SODPF) to determine scope of practice, established Standards of Practice and Professional Performance (SOP/SOPP) in nutrition care and practice-specific dietetics, and, as available, evidence-based practice protocols/nutrition practice guidelines to help determine nutrition intervention(s). Clinical Dietitians I are most often dietitians early in their career or those who have recently completed their internships/pre-professional experiences. The Clinical Dietitian I consults with a higher-level employee for guidance/handling of complex patients or issues when appropriate.
  
  Locations Stanford Health Care (partially remote and onsite) What you will do Performs comprehensive nutrition assessments through the collection and analysis of evidenced-based parameters (anthropometric, medical/clinical, biochemical, diet history, and physical examination data) for patients identified at nutritional risk. Identifies nutrition problems and determines etiology of the nutrition problem. Develops patient care plans including nutrition interventions and goals that consider varied needs of age and population specific groups as well as cultural, religious, and ethnic concerns.
  
  Develops nutrition interventions and goals focused on the etiology of the nutrition problem. Defines the time and frequency of care including intensity, duration, and follow-up. Monitors, evaluates and documents patient nutrition-related outcomes through selection of indicators relevant to the nutrition diagnosis or signs or symptoms, nutrition goals, medical diagnosis, and outcomes and quality management goals and use of standardized indicators.
  
  Assesses educational needs and provides nutrition counseling based on individual needs, including nutrient requirements, knowledge and abilities, and medical, economic, and social situation. Communicates and influences nutrition interventions determined by the medical team through participation in interdisciplinary meetings, rounds, medical conferences, and nutrition-related in-services. As needed, delegates or coordinates nutrition plan of care with other healthcare professionals, including coordinating care with other dietitian(s) across the continuity of care spectrum.
  
  Serves as a nutrition resource and expert to others, including students, medical staff, health professionals, and/or general public. Conducts in-services and educational presentations to hospital/department staff. Participates in community projects and education as needed/assigned.
  
  Works cooperatively with food service staff to ensure conformation to nutrition prescriptions. Serves as preceptor for dietetic students and interns. Facilitates student and intern learning experience by providing instruction and feedback.
  
  Participates in continuous quality assessment and improvement activities. Participates in departmental and interdisciplinary meetings, task forces, and projects as assigned. Maintains productivity standards and practices effective time management and prioritizing of tasks.
  
  Maintains accurate record-keeping of daily clinical activities, including information for scheduling and billing. Manages resources (time, materials, and staff) in a cost-effective manner. Practices charge capture procedures in a timely manner according to established protocols and regulations.
  
  Submits all required documentation, reports, and logs in a timely fashion, and in a professional and complete manner per department standards. Maintains dietetic registration and continuing education requirements. Develops and implements an individualized portfolio plan for professional growth and development including participation in professional organizations and activities, workshops, seminars, and/or staff development programs.
  
  Performs other similar or related duties as requested or directed. Education Qualifications Bachelor's or Master’s degree in dietetics, nutrition, or nutrition-related field from an accredited college or university. Completion of a didactic program in dietetics and supervised practice program approved by the Accreditation Council for Education and Dietetics (formerly known as the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education). Experience Qualifications One (1) year of work experience as a clinical dietitian or completion of a strong clinically concentrated dietetic internship Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps of the process. Comprehensi