Senior Dietitian - Diabetes

Description

Under general supervision, using a high level of individual judgment and critical thinking skills, conducts complete and focused clinical nutrition assessments, prioritization of complex data, problem solving, counseling and regimen adjustments for high risk patients, such as patients who have diabetes with complication, multi-system organ failure, Stage IV pressure ulcers (etc.) of all ages within specialty practice of Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT).

Works in conjunction with other health care professionals, such as pharmacists, nurses, and physicians to maintain optimal nutrition health for individual with potential or known alteration in nutritional status.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Tarzana Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics/Nutrition.
• Master's Degree in Nutrition or related field or equivalent education/experience.
• Current Registered Dietitian with one advanced certification, such as:
• Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) or
• Certified Diabetic Educator (CDE) or
• Fellow of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (FAND) or
• Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition (CSR) or
• Certified Oncology Specialist (COS).
• Upon hire:
  National CDR Registered Dietitian - Commission on Dietetic Registration
• California Fire and Life Safety Card - National Organization within 30 days of hire.
• 2 years experience in direct patient nutrition care; 5 years preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Science or Public Health.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

About Providence

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected.

Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more s/benefits.

Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles:
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

About the Team

The Sisters of Providence and Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange have deep roots in California, bringing health care and education to communities from the redwood forests to the…