Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
Part-time positions: 8 hours (1 day/week)
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Overview: The RDN will provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) in an outpatient setting for patients with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), post-transplant, and related co-morbidities.
This individual will facilitate optimal patient care in a pleasant, cohesive atmosphere for patients/significant others, staff, and physicians and participate as an active member of the nutrition care team for assigned projects.
Qualifications:
- BS degree in clinical nutrition with a focus in dietetics (MS preferred)
- Current registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration
- Licensed by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Dietitians
- At least 1 year of experience in renal nutrition (CKD, transplant, dialysis)
- Candidates without renal experience will require CDCES and outpatient counseling experience to be considered
- Hospital in-patient RDNs with renal and/or transplant backgrounds are also encouraged to apply
The candidate will be evaluated for charting skills and familiarity with the most recent renal nutrition and diabetes management guidelines. Additional continuing education may be requested.
Preferred:
- Board Certified in Renal Nutrition (CSR) or Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)
- Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics - Renal Practice Group (AND-RPG) and/or National Kidney Foundation - Council on Renal Nutrition (NKF-CRN)
- Spanish or other foreign language skills
Candidate Characteristics:
- Excellent organizational skills
- Exceptional patient interviewing skills (motivational and behavior modifications with patient-focused care model)
- Proficient in written/verbal communication, including excellent charting skills
- Detail-oriented and self-directed with the ability to work independently
- Successfully collaborates with DNA team of RDNs, physicians, and other DNA staff members.
- Demonstrates flexibility and comfort with technology (EHR, hybrid work with in-clinic and telehealth consults)
- Accepts accountability for performance
Note:
- This is not an entry-level position. Candidates must have either renal experience or outpatient experience as a CDCES to be considered.
- This is not a remote position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $37.00 - $39.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Healthcare setting:
Medical specialties:
Application Question(s):
- *REQUIRED* Please confirm that you are a registered dietitian with at least 1 year of experience in an outpatient setting (MNT for CKD, transplant, dialysis, or as a CDCES)
- *REQUIRED* Please confirm that you know this is not a remote position.
- *REQUIRED* Please confirm that you understand this is an opening to provide coverage for 1 day (8 hours) per week.
Education:
License/Certification:
- Registered Dietitian (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Fort Worth, TX (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fort Worth, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person