Travel RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
cypress, TX
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Must have:  candidates without these skills will not be considered for the role.

·        Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or equivalent required

·       Completion of an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program required

M      Must be willing to work at other HCA facilites in person or remote

Preferred or nice to have:  candidates with these skills will be considered first.

·        Two+ years hospital clinical nutrition experience

·        Experience with nutrition support

List typical procedures performed on unit(s):  

·       Performs timely nutrition screenings and assessments in accordance with the Corporate Screening and Assessment Policy

·       Perform nutrition focused physical exams on patients who are at nutritional risk. 

·       Identify patients at nutritional risk based on established criteria

·       Evaluate age specific, developmental and disease specific nutritional needs of patients

·       Develop and implement individualized nutritional plan of care. 

·       Evaluate and monitor the effectiveness and outcomes of medical nutrition therapy interventions. 

·       Identify patient nutrition education needs and provide nutrition counseling to patients, family, and/or caregivers. 

·       Participate in the competency assessment process and achieve a passing score of 80% or higher on RD chart audits

·       Adheres to nutrition care guidelines, the nutrition care manual, department/facility guidelines and/or protocols to provide evidence-based nutrition care. 

·       Integrates the Academy Code of Ethics in all areas of practice.

Best personality Fit:

·       Great work ethic

·       Team player

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:

·       Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration

·       Licensed Dietitian in Texas

Floating Area(s):

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Dress Code:

·       Scrub Color/Attire - Navy Blue scrubs or business casual