We are recruiting for a mission-driven Registered Dietitian - Food & Nutrition Services (PRN/ Intermittent) to join our team! We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey. Our Values Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency Department Food Services Job Summary Under minimal supervision, performs in-patient nutrition assessment, re-assessment, menu management and education while working directly with patients. Implements Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to optimize patient care and outcomes. As a member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, actively participates in patient care rounds. Assists Chief Clinical Dietitian with PI/CQI activities to ensure quality patient care. Essential Functions: Assist patients with menu planning and meeting appropriate caloric needs (5%) Performs individual and group nutrition education according to established standards of care (5%) Proficiently performs assessments for “at risk” patients and completes within 72 hours of assessed need, referral, risk notification, or MD consult. (5%) Proficiently performs re-assessments for “at risk” patients and completes according to level of nutrition risk time frames. (5%) Inputs orders for nutrition support as indicated (5%) Prioritizes workload appropriately. (5%) Provides education with respect to the patient/family’s education level, optimal learning tool(s)/techniques(s) and readiness to learn. (5%) Provides appropriate education and documentation within 48 hours of assessed need. (5%) Provides patient education according to policy. (5%) Participates in hospital activities to maintain high quality patient care and services. (5%) Regularly participates in physician rounds, discharge planning and team conferences as a multidisciplinary team member to ensure optimal patient care. (5%) Participates in quality improvement and/or patient care committee/task force as assigned by supervisor. (5%) Completes monthly productivity logs. (5%) Performs PI/CQI projects as assigned by supervisor. (5%) Conducts monthly tray evaluations and patient visitations according to schedule. (5%) Routinely identifies areas makes suggestions to improve service and care. (5%) Communicates effectively with patients, visitors, peers, medical staff and other employees. (5%) Effectively obtains patient information and handles patient/customer requests and complaints (5%) Documents patient care activities on appropriate forms and according to accepted hospital practice. (5%) Effectively uses computer software/programs/electronic medical record to perform diet office functions and clinical activities. (5%) Performs intake analysis (calorie counts) as needed. (0%) Accurately clinical activity data into computer tracking program. (0%) Assists with monitoring the diet techs and diet office personnel by providing guidance and assistance to personnel with problem resolution. (0%) Maintains ongoing professional education through participation in meetings, seminars, in-services and literature review to enhance nutrition knowledge, and professional development and practice. (0%) Attends a minimum of 1 professional meeting and/or seminar per year for each clinical specialty and/or age-specific population of the clinician’s area of service. (0%) Serves as a resource, provides education, assistance and/or training/in-services to departmental staff on information obtained from educational meetings/in-services. (0%) Serves as a resource, provides education, assistance, and/or training/in-services to hospital as assigned. (0%) Has no incidents where employee is asked to redo work because of poor performance. (0%) Performs at appropriate level of productivity, adhering to break/lunch times as assigned. (0%) Functions as a team player in the department knowing when to ask for assistance as needed and being able to assist when required. (0%) Education: Bachelor's Degree Required Work Experience: 1-3 years related experience in clinical or public health nutrition required Licenses: DIETICIAN-Registered Dietitian Certification - CDR - Commission on Dietetic Registration required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Effective communication skills in both oral and written form. Demonstrates ability to delegate responsibility as appropriate. Ability to exercise good independent judgment. Ability to follow written and oral instructions. Process the ability to assess data reflecting the patient’s status and interpreting appropriate information. Demonstrates knowledge of disease specific and age specific nutrition standards of care. Demonstrates understanding of Local, State, Federal and The Joint Commission standards and regulations. Demonstrates competency with computer system for order entry and to update diet and patient information. Demonstrates understanding of how to use most current version of on-line Nutrition Care Manual. Ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and other IT/software systems. Pay Range for PRN: $30.28 - $44.13 Shift Varies (United States of America) Work Type PRN/Intermittent Salary $63,300.00 - $91,800.00 / yr (Pay range listed is for 1.0 full-time equivalent (FTE). See Work Type for actual FTE) Benefits At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with exceptional retirement contributions, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you. Here is a small list of our benefit programs: Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3% On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes Community resource navigation support Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching About Denver Health Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation. As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer. Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled. We Love Our Purpose Our purpose shapes our culture and guides how we show up—for our patients, our communities, and one another. Every role at Denver Health contributes to improving lives, advancing health equity, and strengthening the communities we serve. Together, we strive to transform the health of our patients and to be the most trusted healthcare provider in Colorado. Our values—respect, belonging, transparency, and accountability—are the foundation of our culture and are reflected across every position, clinical and nonclinical alike. No matter where you work at Denver Health, your role has a meaningful impact on patient health—often in ways you may not even realize. We invest in our people through resources designed to support both immediate success and long-term growth. Mentorship programs, tuition assistance, and our Workforce Development Center help employees transition seamlessly into their roles while preparing for future advancement. We also lead the market with a competitive benefits package, including retirement contributions with a match of up to 9.5%. Recognizing the emotional and physical demands of many jobs in healthcare, we created the RESTORE Center—a leading-edge space that provides intentional peer-support, and an innovative environment designed to reduce burnout and support employee well-being. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey. Learn more about Denver Health.

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