Registered Dietitian

A currently competent Clinical Dietician who contributes to patient care by performing nutritional assessments of patients. The Clinician Dietician plans and monitors nutritional care and education of patients. Collaborates with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members to develop a comprehensivegoal directed plan of care regarding nutritional care requirements. Supports staff, patient and care giver education to enhance knowledge, skills and necessary behavior to facilitate positive outcomes. Heshe utilizes skills found in the Clinical Dietician Core Competency inventory. The Clinical Dietician acts as liaison between Lourdes Specialty Hospital and the LMCBC Dietary Department. Participates in performance improvement activities that ensure important processes and activities are measured, assessed and improved systematically. Supports the Performance Improvement culture and is committed to key constituent satisfaction. Bachelors degree in Nutrition or closely related field of study. Registered and Licensed Dietician (RD) or RD eligible. Minimum one (1) year experience in a general acute care hospital.