Job Description

Clinical Dietitian

• Facility: Grays Harbor Community Hospital
• Location: Aberdeen, WA 98520
• Job Type: 13-Week Contract (with potential for extension)
• Shift: Day Shift (Flexible Schedule, Holidays Off)
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 per week
• Overtime: Starts after 40 hours/week

Package:

• Hourly Rate: $60/HR
• Overtime Rate: $70/HR
• Estimated Weekly Gross: $2,400 (based on 40 hours/week)

Position Overview:

The Clinical Dietitian is responsible for managing the nutritional care of patients in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, and diet manuals. The role includes conducting nutritional assessments, developing care plans, and providing direction to food service staff to ensure the delivery of high-quality nutrition services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess patients' nutritional status and develop individualized care plans.
• Manage nutritional programs, including enteral and parenteral nutrition.
• Document all assessments and interventions according to hospital standards.
• Educate patients, families, and healthcare staff on nutrition best practices.
• Participate in quality assurance and program development initiatives.
• Provide guidance to food service employees to ensure compliance with dietary needs and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Required:
• Registered Dietitian (RD) credentialed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Certified Dietitian (CD) in the State of Washington or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire.
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift up to 7 pounds overhead.
• Ability to push/pull a tray cart up to 300 feet.
• Preferred Experience:
• Clinical nutrition in acute care settings.
• Experience with parenteral/enteral nutrition and nutritional assessments.
• Strong documentation and electronic charting skills.

Housing Options (Provided by Facility):

Long-term or daily lodging options available nearby:

• Econolodge, Hoquiam, WA: $50/night
• Furnished studio apartments: Available for long-term assignments at discounted rates
• Other nearby options:
• Harborview Inn B&B, Aberdeen, WA
• Heather Meadows, Aberdeen, WA
• Ramada Inn, Ocean Shores, WA
• Aberdeen Hotel, Aberdeen, WA
• Monte Square Motel, Montesano, WA

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