DescriptionSummary: Responsible for providing comprehensive nutrition assessments and care planning for patients and residents with special needs. Implements business practices in order to uphold CHRISTUS Mission and values. Responsibilities: Develops nutrition plans, including specifications, methods and timetables depending on patient and resident status and needsAccountable for the execution of service quality by maintaining highest level of deliveryPromotes and supports workplace diversity initiativesDirects 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 metEducates medical staff and counsels patients/residents and their families on proper nutritional careManages and promotes food and nutrition programs according to hospital standards and policyCollaborates and communicates with culinary and clinical departments on established processes, special diets, and menu requestsStays current with most recent nutrition-related trends, research, policy, certifications, and standards of practiceProbes potential problems and apprises manager of status on resolution of problems or issues, using appropriate resource when necessaryEnsures compliance with all federal, state and local regulations as well CHRISTUS policies and procedures (e. g.. HIPPA/Privacy Act, quality assurance, safety, operations, personnel)Establishes operating standards, implements quality improvements and communications them to other departments Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor of Science Degree Graduate of an accredited Clinical Dietician program. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Dietician License in state of employmentCDR RD Work Type: Per Diem As Needed