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Clinical Dietitian- (Food and Nutrition Services / Full Time / Days)

Clinical Dietitian- (Food and Nutrition Services / Full Time / Days)

Memorial Hospital of GardenaGardena, CA, United States
Full-time
Sign-On Bonus for Full Time Positions.Responsible for providing comprehensive nutrition assessments and care planning for patients and residents with special needs. Actively and consistently contrib...Show moreLast updated: 13 days ago
Nutrition Aide Long Beach

Nutrition Aide Long Beach

Volunteers of America Los AngelesLong Beach, CA, US
Full-time
Helping Our Most Vulnerable Change Their Life Stories.Volunteers of America is a non-profit human services organization committed to serving people in need, strengthening families, and building com...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
NUTRITIONAL SCIENCE / DIETETICS (FOODS / NUTRITION)

NUTRITIONAL SCIENCE / DIETETICS (FOODS / NUTRITION)

Santa Rosa Junior CollegeSonoma County, CA
Full-time +1
Santa Rosa Junior College is currently accepting applications to establish a pool for part-time associate faculty assignments. Associate assignments are temporary, part-time or on-call.This job post...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Nutrition Sales Consultant

Nutrition Sales Consultant

Just Food For DogsManhattan Beach, CA, US
Part-time
Pack leaders wanted! At JustFoodForDogs, our mission is to help dogs live longer, healthier lives through the power of fresh, whole food. Everything we do is driven by our commitment to real ingredi...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Child Nutrition Assistant-Project

Child Nutrition Assistant-Project

Contra Costa CountyContra Costa County, CA
Full-time
This is a Continuous Recruitment and the Filing Period may close at any time.Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. The Contra Costa County Employment and Human Services Departmen...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Nutrition Assistant I

Nutrition Assistant I

The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical CenterInglewood, CA
Full-time
Nutrition Assistant I (Full-time).Required Skills & Qualifications : .Associate's degree in nutrition, public health, maternal and child health, or related field required. Certified WIC Nutrition Assi...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Nutrition Educator

Nutrition Educator

TradeJobsWorkForce90002 Los Angeles, CA, US
Full-time
Nutrition Education Job Duties : Teaches nutrition by developing, implementing, and marketing nutrition...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Registered Dietitian Nutrition Manager

Registered Dietitian Nutrition Manager

VirtualVocationsTorrance, California, United States
Full-time
A company is looking for a Manager, Nutrition & Wellness.Key Responsibilities Translate evidence-based diabetes nutrition care standards into practical tools and resources Manage execution and p...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
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Clinical Dietitian- (Food and Nutrition Services / Full Time / Days)

Clinical Dietitian- (Food and Nutrition Services / Full Time / Days)

Memorial Hospital of GardenaGardena, CA, United States
13 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full Time Positions

Job Summary : Responsible for providing comprehensive nutrition assessments and care planning for patients and residents with special needs. Actively and consistently contributes to department operations and communications, behaves in a manner consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Pipeline Health, upholding standards of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank you) patient communication.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Essential Functions :

  • Directs dietary care of patients and residents with special needs including screening, assessment, intervention, care, and discharge planning to ensure patient nutrition needs and customer satisfaction levels are met.
  • Educates medical staff and counsel patients / residents and their families on proper nutritional care.
  • Collaborates and communicates with culinary and clinical departments on established processes, special diets, and menu requests.
  • Stays current with most recent nutrition-related trends, research, policy, certifications, and standards of practice.
  • Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations as well as policies and procedures (e.g. HIPPA / Privacy Act, quality assurance, safety, operations, and personnel).
  • Establishes operating standards, implements quality improvements, and communicates them to other departments.
  • Uses clear, concise, professional communication with coworkers, patients, all customers internal and external.
  • Uses AIDET in interactions with patients and family members.
  • Acts with a sense of urgency when performing tasks.
  • Basic unit / department maintenance such as keeping files, drawers, cabinets free from unnecessary clutter. Reports on any equipment and or environmental issues for repair.
  • Abides by HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) regulations.
  • Speaks up to stop the line and escalates potential safety events if necessary.
  • Completes and attends monthly training assigned.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Behavioral Standards :

  • Treats everyone as their customer; utilizes scripting and other tools to ensure consistency in customer service; Expresses recognition and shows appreciation to others; fully utilizes AIDET principles; responds quickly to handle requests, complaints and questions; displays a positive attitude.
  • Demonstrates the highest level of professionalism, passion and care when interacting with patients, families, physicians, and hospital staff members.
  • Using a lens of equity in all aspects of patient care delivery, education, and research to promote policies and practices to allow opportunities for all to thrive and reach their potential, embracing ingenuity to service our customers.
  • Communication / Knowledge :

  • Provides accurate and timely written and verbal communication of clinical information in a manner that is understood by all involved in the delivery of patient care.
  • Able to listen, understand, problem-solve, and carry-out duties to ensure the optimal patient care outcomes.
  • Able to use IT system.
  • Wears nametag properly; follows dress code policy; answers phone correctly and promptly; is prepared for meetings; meets deadlines; does not participate in gossip; acts ethically and treats others with respect; respects customer’s and co-worker’s time; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and co-workers.
  • Collaboration / Teamwork :

  • Contributes toward effective, positive working relationships with internal and external colleagues.
  • Attends staff meetings; follows HIPAA guidelines; follows patient rights policy; complies with the compliance program; demonstrates knowledge of role in a disaster; demonstrates knowledge of fire and fire drill procedures; working knowledge of hospital emergency codes; always utilizes standard precautions in the clinical setting; safely manages the environment of care by demonstrating a working knowledge of the requirements of the : Life Safety program, Utilities Management program, Hazardous Materials program, Emergency Preparedness program, Safety Management program, Medical Equipment Management program, Security Management program.
  • Qualifications / Experience :

  • One (1) to two (2) years of current experience in an acute care setting as a clinical dietitian or registered eligibility.
  • Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills, ability to read / comprehend written instructions, strong organizational skills, ability to follow verbal instructions, and PC (computer) skills, preferred.
  • A capacity to learn, synthesize, make critical judgments, work independently, place patients and families first, and collaborate with the team members who are recognized leaders within healthcare.
  • Current Registered Dietitian (RD) required from the Commission of Dietetic Registration (CDR) or be eligible to take the exam and successfully pass the registration exam within 3 months of hire.
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