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PRE-REGISTERED DIETITIAN

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A Dietitian or Nutritionist provides clients with advice on healthy eating, and helps to plan nutritional menus. Works with individuals who have specific dietary needs, such as hospital patients, or oversees food programs in schools, hospitals, and other large organizations. May work in a community setting or non-profit, governmental, or public health organization, offering nutritional advice to specific groups of people.

$90,732 / year median in California

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Job Description

Pre-Registered Dietitian
  • Full Time Department of State Hospitals
JC-525583
  • Pre-Registered Dietitian
  • Full Time
PRE-REGISTERED DIETITIAN
$4,499.00
  • $5,832.
00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date:
Until Filled Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties This advertisement is posted "Until Filled". Application review dates are as follows: September 14, 2026 September 28, 2026 The Pre-Registered Dietitian will be supervised by a Registered Dietitian in Nutrition Services at the Department of State Hospitals
  • Atascadero (ASH).
The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties, but not limited to: Under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian, Nutrition Assessment, Monitoring and Evaluation Completes nutrition assessments utilizing the Nutrition Care Process for each assigned patient. Attends and consults with members of the treatment and interdisciplinary team. Initiates a more intensive MNT plan for patients identified at higher nutritional risk. Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of nutrition interventions and outcomes. Maintains current patient profile information on assigned patients. Under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian, Nutrition Therapy Plan Implementation Implements nutrition interventions in collaboration with the treatment/interdisciplinary team. Communicates to Nutrition Services staff and monitors the individualized patient meal/nourishment plans. Provides consultation to unit staff and patients as problems or questions arise regarding MNT. Participates in department meetings, professional practice groups and hospital committees. Under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian, Performance Improvement/Resource and Training Functions Under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian, Plans and Provides Nutrition Group Education Click on the link to complete the
Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey:
DSH Recruitment Survey You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions The Pre-Registered Dietitian is a temporary appointment classification. All appointments in this class are made on a temporary basis and are not to exceed six (6) months. May apply for open, permanent Registered Dietitian positions when minimum qualifications have been met. This position requires you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA). Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
PRE-REGISTERED DIETITIAN
Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:
JC-525583
Position #(s): 455-548-2168-902
Working Title:
Pre-Registered Dietitian
  • Full Time
Classification:
PRE-REGISTERED DIETITIAN
$4,499.00
  • $5,832.
00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of
Positions:
1
Work Location:
San Luis Obispo County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Non-Tenured, Full Time
Facility:
DSH
  • Atascadero Department Information The Department of State Hospitals
  • Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals
  • Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings, and many historical landmarks.
We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce.
Department Website:
https://www.dsh.ca.gov/Atascadero/ Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired. Application Instructions Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date:
Until Filled