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Hampden Hills Post Acute
Registered Dietitian
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What they do
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.
$74,311 / year median in Colorado
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Registered Dietitian Hampden Hills Post Acute - 3.2 Aurora, CO Job Details Full-time $60,000 - $62,000 a year 18 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications Tube feeding Nutrition Dietary department experience Dietetics Registered Dietitian Full Job Description Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Dietitian to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide expert nutritional care, develop personalized care plans, and support patient health outcomes across various settings including hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient clinics. This role requires a strong foundation in dietetics, physiology, and patient assessment, with a focus on delivering evidence-based nutrition interventions to diverse patient populations. Duties Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to determine nutritional needs and develop individualized care plans. Provide specialized nutrition counseling, including weight management, disease-specific diets, and long-term care strategies. Manage tube feeding protocols and oversee nutritional support for patients with complex medical conditions. Evaluate diagnostic tests related to nutrition and physiology to inform treatment plans. Collaborate with healthcare teams to integrate dietary recommendations into overall patient care. Monitor patient progress and adjust nutrition plans accordingly, ensuring optimal health outcomes. Utilize Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems for documentation and communication of patient information. Supervise dietary staff and oversee dietary department operations as needed. Educate patients on health coaching topics such as weight loss, geriatrics, and acute care nutrition needs. Stay current with advancements in dietetics, hospital protocols, and clinical guidelines to ensure best practices. Skills Proven experience in dietetics within hospital or long-term care environments. Strong knowledge of physiology, nutrition science, and diagnostic evaluation methods. Experience supervising staff and managing care plans effectively. Proficiency in EMR systems for documentation and patient management. Expertise in tube feeding management and acute care nutritional support. Familiarity with health coaching techniques tailored to geriatrics, weight loss, and chronic disease management. Excellent patient assessment skills with the ability to develop comprehensive care strategies. Knowledge of dietary department operations and experience working within hospital or healthcare settings. Join our team as a Registered Dietitian to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through expert nutritional guidance and compassionate care delivery.