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Dignity Health lists this Dietitian opportunity in northridge, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Summary and Responsibilities
nAs our Clinical Dietitian, you will provide expert nutrition care, developing and implementing individualized plans to improve patient health outcomes.
nEvery day you will clearly communicate nutritional data across all systems and participate in health team meetings as the resident nutrition expert.
nTo be successful in this role, you will integrate robust clinical expertise with empathetic, evidence-based care, consistently adhering to professional standards and fostering effective communication with patients and health care teams.
nnnPerforms nutritional assessment using age and gender appropriate standards, cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds; and utilizing validated assessment tools resulting in nutrition-related diagnosis when indicated. Conducts routine screening to identify patients at nutritional risk. Collaborates within an interdisciplinary environment to contribute to facilitating care and identifying patients at nutrition risk or needing higher levels of care.
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nnImplements targeted and specific nutrition intervention(s). Provides customized nutrition education to patients and/or families and caregivers. Works within an interdisciplinary environment to contribute toward overall patient care. Closely monitors, evaluates and re-screens patient nutrition status as appropriate. Updates plan of care as necessary. Follow up with patients as needed.
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nnDevelops an intervention plan which includes appropriate feeding route, mode, and nutrition prescription unique to patient's specific needs, in accordance with physicians' orders. Monitors and evaluates patient response to interventions by meeting specific measurable goals documented in the nutrition care plan in a timely and thorough manner in the medical record.
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nnCollaborates with the Food and Nutrition Services team to enhance patient experience. This includes participating in test trays, menu reviews, periodic auditing of tray-line for accuracy of diet orders, validating menu compliance with the facility Diet Manual Handbook and Nutrition Care Manual (NCM), supporting with patient interactive positions (i.e. dietitians, diet clerks, interns, etc.), maintaining communication with patients, staff, and guests and providing excellent customer service. Participates in peer reviews and chart audits, and collaborates in Diet Manual Handbook training for all clinical staff (new registered dietitians, nurses, therapists, physicians, etc.), including how to access it in hard and soft copy.
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n nJob Requirements
nnnKnowledge of therapeutic approaches and principles of Medical Nutrition Therapy and the ability to plan, develop, and deliver nutritional interventions, as well as provide individualized dietary consultations.
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nnKnowledge of and ability to assess patients and develop and implement a treatment plan.
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nnKnowledge of education concepts and techniques; the ability to educate people about food requirements, eating habits, and therapeutic nutrition.
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nnKnowledge of principles and practices associated with menu planning; ability to plan nutritious and varied meals for patients and staff.
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nnKnowledge of applicable laws, rules, and regulations governing dietary guidelines; ability to apply these theories to design, develop, and maintain a healthy diet.
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nnKnowledge of customer service concepts and techniques; ability to meet or exceed customer needs and expectations and provide excellent service directly or indirectly.
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n nEducation and Experience:
nnnMinimum one (1) year of experience as a Registered Dietitian; Working experience in an acute care hospital highly preferred
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nnBachelor's degree in Nutrition or related field
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nnValid registration as a Registered Dietitian
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n nWhere You'll Work
nFounded in 1955, Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services, including a Level II Trauma Center, heart care, cancer care, and women's health. It is the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley.
nAdditionally, Northridge Hospital Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and has been recognized as one of America's 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.
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nPay Range
n$40.96 - $60.93 /hour
nWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Worksite address
northridge, CA, 91329, US
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