Dietitian (Clinical)
The Clinical Dietitian role at Confidential Client involves conducting comprehensive nutrition assessments and delivering patient-centered nutrition care using the Nutrition Care Process. The position requires applying evidence-based guidelines, utilizing virtual care technology to enhance access, ensuring compliance with accrediting standards, and collaborating with food service and clinical teams to improve veteran patient outcomes and satisfaction.
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to deliver high-quality, evidence-based nutrition care. This role focuses on patient-centered nutrition assessment, treatment planning, and coordination with clinical and food service teams to improve patient outcomes.
- Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP).
- Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based nutrition interventions and patient-centered goals.
- Monitor and evaluate patient progress; document encounters accurately in approved clinical systems.
- Use virtual care/telehealth tools as needed to expand access to nutrition services.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary stakeholders and the Food Service Section to support patient satisfaction and dining experience.
- Participate in performance improvement activities and collect/analyze data to inform quality initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with accrediting and regulatory standards (e.g., The Joint Commission).
Qualifications
Minimum requirements (applicable at different grade levels):
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or Registered Dietitian (RD) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
- Exception for entry-level (GS-07/GS-09) roles: candidates who meet education/experience requirements but do not yet hold RDN/RD may be eligible for a temporary appointment (per policy).
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) from an accredited institution; ACEND verification and supervised practice completion when required.
- Demonstrated ability to apply evidence-based nutrition practices and the NCP (assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring, evaluation).
- Comfortable using virtual care technology to provide nutrition services.
- Strong record-keeping and documentation skills.
Experience / grade guidance:
- Entry / GS-07: Meets basic requirements; developmental, works under supervision.
- GS-09: At least one year of relevant experience equivalent to the next lower grade OR a master’s degree.
- GS-11: At least one year of RDN experience equivalent to the next lower grade; independent clinical practice, leadership in quality improvement.
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
- Experience in a healthcare setting (acute, outpatient, or long-term care).
- Skill interpreting research and applying findings to clinical practice.
- Experience leading or contributing to performance improvement projects.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills with clinical teams and food service operations.
Compensation & Employment Type
- Salary range: $51,283 — $98,671 per year (Confidential Client)
- Employment Type: Contract, Full time
(Compensation shown is the range provided by the source for this role in Leavenworth, KS.)
Work Location & Schedule
- Location: Leavenworth, KS (on-site with potential use of virtual care tools)
- Schedule: Full-time; specific shift/hours depend on program needs.
Why Join
- Work within a healthcare-focused organization supporting Veteran care and clinical nutrition improvements.
- Opportunity to grow professionally across developmental (entry) to full-performance levels.
- Make measurable impact through evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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