Position: Dietitian
About: Norman Regional Health System is seeking a Clinical Dietitian-PRN to conduct initial nutrition assessments and provide ongoing nutrition education and support to patients and staff in a healthcare environment. The position requires registration as a Registered Dietitian and staying updated with continuing education in various subspecialties.
Requirements: Education: Any program approved by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics that leads to registration as a Registered Dietitian/Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist (RD/RDN); basic knowledge of subspecialty area (including nutrition support, diabetes, cardiology, renal, oncology, etc.); must obtain approximately 15 hours of continuing education credits per calendar year; experience: Preferred six months of clinical experience in an acute care facility; licensure/certification: Registration with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and an Oklahoma State Dietitian license must be achieved within the first 6 months of employment; must obtain a food handler’s permit from the Cleveland County Health department before hire (or within 1 week of hire); completion of general and patient care orientation is required prior to providing patient care; other knowledge/skills/abilities: Must be able to use decision-making skills to make rational and quick decisions regarding prioritizing patient care; have the foresight to recognize unsafe work conditions and/or practices; the ability to safely use chemicals and equipment for the patients, visitors, and staff; knowledge base for the use of different formulas when assessing patients’ nutritional needs.
Benefits: health insurance, dental insurance, paid time off
