NX Clinical Dietitian I
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onWaverly Surgery Center, 400, Forest Avenue, University South, Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California, 94301, United States
About the Role
The Clinical Dietitian I serves as a foundational member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, dedicated to delivering patient care that aligns with integrated, patient-focused medical goals. This position is specifically designed for dietitians who are new to the field or have recently completed their internships and pre-professional experiences, often prior to taking the Registered Dietitian (RD) Exam.
In this role, you will apply the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) to assess, diagnose, intervene, and monitor patient progress. You will utilize the Scope of Dietetics Practice Framework (SODPF) alongside established Standards of Practice and evidence-based protocols to guide your clinical decisions. While you will manage a broad range of patient needs, you will also identify when complex cases require referral to higher-level staff for specialized guidance.
Daily Impact
Your day involves assessing nutrition and fluid status across diverse age-specific populations, considering cultural, religious, and ethnic factors. You will develop and revise care plans, document findings accurately in medical records, and provide personalized nutrition counseling that addresses medical, economic, and social situations. Beyond direct patient care, you will serve as a resource to medical staff, collaborate with foodservice teams to ensure adherence to nutrition prescriptions, and participate in interdisciplinary rounds and conferences.
You will also play a key role in education, assisting in the training of dietetics students and interns, conducting in-services for hospital staff, and developing patient education materials. Additionally, you will supervise dietetic technicians in screening and data collection, ensuring all activities comply with HIPAA regulations and organizational standards.
Commitment to Quality and Compliance
We maintain the highest standards of care by adhering to Joint Commission Requirements, National Patient Safety Goals, and federal regulations such as the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Conditions of Participation. Employees are expected to demonstrate accountability for patient safety, ethical treatment, and continuous quality improvement. This includes participating in performance improvement initiatives, maintaining accurate record-keeping for billing and scheduling, and engaging in ongoing professional development to maintain dietetic registration.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All employees must abide by policies regarding sensitivity to cultural diversity, respect for others, and the protection of patient rights. We strive to sustain compliance with all accrediting agency standards to continuously improve the safety and quality of care for our patients and community.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Waverly Surgery Center, 400, Forest Avenue, University South, Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California, 94301, United States
Palo Alto, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAssess patient nutrition and fluid status to determine specific nutrition needs
- check_circleDevelop and revise individualized nutrition care plans based on evidence-based guidelines
- check_circleMonitor and evaluate patient progress and effectiveness of nutrition interventions
- check_circleSupervise dietetic technician screening and data collection activities
- check_circleServe as a nutrition resource for medical staff and educate students and interns
- check_circleMaintain accurate clinical records, billing documentation, and productivity standards
- check_circleDocument nutrition care process steps accurately in patient medical records
- check_circleCoordinate care with interdisciplinary healthcare teams and refer complex cases as needed
- check_circleProvide nutrition counseling and education to patients considering cultural and medical factors
Requirements
- verifiedCompletion of dietetics internship/pre-professional experiences
- verifiedPass RD Exam
- verifiedState dietetics licensure, certification, or registration
- verifiedDietetic registration
- verifiedHIPAA compliance knowledge
- verifiedJoint Commission requirements compliance
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A NX Clinical Dietitian I at Stanford Medicine Children's Health is responsible for the following: Assess patient nutrition and fluid status to determine specific nutrition needs; Develop and revise individualized nutrition care plans based on evidence-based guidelines; Monitor and evaluate patient progress and effectiveness of nutrition interventions; and Supervise dietetic technician screening and data collection activities.
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To qualify for the NX Clinical Dietitian I at Stanford Medicine Children's Health position, applicants should have: Completion of dietetics internship/pre-professional experiences; Pass RD Exam; State dietetics licensure, certification, or registration; Dietetic registration; HIPAA compliance knowledge; and Joint Commission requirements compliance.
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NX Clinical Dietitian I at Stanford Medicine Children's Health is based in Waverly Surgery Center, 400, Forest Avenue, University South, Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California, 94301, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Stanford Medicine Children's Health has listed this NX Clinical Dietitian I role as on-site.
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Candidates for NX Clinical Dietitian I at Stanford Medicine Children's Health should have entry level.
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Key skills for NX Clinical Dietitian I at Stanford Medicine Children's Health include Nutrition Care Process; Scope Of Dietetics Practice Framework; Standards Of Practice; Professional Performance; Evidence-Based Practice; Nutrition Practice Guidelines; Nutrition Assessment; and Nutrition Diagnosis.
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NX Clinical Dietitian I at Stanford Medicine Children's Health is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.
About Stanford Medicine Children's Health
Stanford Medicine Children's Health operates as a premier healthcare system within the hospitals and health care industry, headquartered in Palo Alto, California. Centered around the Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford, the organization stands as the Bay Area's largest facility exclusively dedicated to pediatric and obstetric care. The network provides comprehensive clinical services ranging from treatments for rare and complex conditions to routine well-child examinations. Operations span more than 65 locations across Northern California and over 85 sites throughout the U.S. Western region, serving families and children with specialized medical attention.
The institution maintains a strong reputation for clinical excellence, having been ranked in all 10 pediatric specialties by U.S. News & World Report for three consecutive years. As an integral component of Stanford Medicine, alongside Stanford Health Care and the Stanford School of Medicine, the system leverages a collaborative ecosystem to advance biomedicine. This approach integrates research, education, and clinical practice to enhance health outcomes globally. The organization remains committed to providing high-quality care through its extensive network of physicians and healthcare teams dedicated to the well-being of young patients and expecting mothers.
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