Clinical Dietitian

Overview We are seeking a Clinical Dietitian, also referred to as a Registered Dietitian. The Registered Dietitian (RD) in our hospital designs and implements nutrition care plans for patients, tailoring diets to medical needs. Clinical Dietitian’s assess nutritional status, monitor progress, educate patients and families, collaborate with healthcare teams, and ensure dietary staff prepares meals that meet safety and health standards. The Registered Dietitian’s goal is to improve patient outcomes through effective nutrition management. Shift’s Available:   Days Employment Type: Full Time Hours: 8-hour shifts  Location: Harlingen Medical Center - Harlingen, TX Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: Health, dental, and vision insurance options Paid vacation, sick time and holidays Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options Employer 401K options Tuition reimbursement options Life, disability, and other insurance options Many other amazing benefits Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/ ** Nutrition experience and nutrition support as it relates to tube feedings and (Total Parenteral Nutrition) TPN. ** Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to): Nutritional assessment: evaluate patients' dietary needs based on medical conditions, lab results, and health history Develop meal plans: create individualized nutrition plans to support recovery, manage chronic diseases, or address specific conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or malnutrition Track patients’ progress, adjust meal plans as needed, and ensure nutritional goals are met Work closely with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to integrate nutrition into patient care plans Educate patients and their families about proper nutrition education, special diets, or post-discharge meal planning Ensure meals prepared by the dietary staff align with prescribed diets and safety standards Qualifications Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:  Education and Work Experience Registered Dietitian Required (CMS requirement). One year healthcare experience desirable. Employment Status Full Time Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:  https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf #LI-JC5