Registered Dietitian - Liver Transplant - Days
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onGrace Street Commercial Historic District, Byrd Street Cycle Track, Richmond, Virginia, 23284, United States
About VCU Health
VCU Health is a Level One trauma and academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond, Virginia. We stand on the forefront of healthcare, providing patients with the most progressive treatments and medical technology available. Transplant care is a cornerstone of our mission, dedicated to offering patients hope and success for a healthy life.
About the Role
This inpatient and outpatient Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) position is dedicated to the nutritional care of preoperative and postoperative liver transplant patients within our new Comprehensive Liver Transplant unit. Improving nutrition outcomes is a primary focus of this role.
The successful candidate will be exposed to various areas of transplant nutrition and will work collaboratively with a team of transplant dietitians. Excellent communication skills are essential for teaching patients and their families, dietetic interns, and a diverse range of healthcare providers. The role involves providing nutrition care activities in accordance with departmental policies, communicating with the healthcare team and food service managers, and providing in-services to staff.
Growth and Culture
We offer a Clinical Ladder designed to provide growth opportunities in leadership, professional development, and research. VCU Health fosters a diverse environment and expects adherence to the Code of Ethics for the profession of dietetics. We are committed to accountability and responsibility for actions and behavior in a fast-paced setting that requires handling multiple priorities and adapting to frequent change.
Benefits and Perks
VCU Health offers competitive benefits, including paid time off, insurance, and retirement plans, all initiated on the first day of hire. A $15,000 Sign-On Bonus is available for offers accepted by April 30, 2026 (terms and conditions apply).
Equal Opportunity
VCU Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, disability, or veteran status.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Grace Street Commercial Historic District, Byrd Street Cycle Track, Richmond, Virginia, 23284, United States
Richmond, Virginia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide nutritional care to preoperative and postoperative liver transplant patients
- check_circleProvide in-services to staff on nutrition care activities and departmental policies
- check_circleTravel to satellite clinics as needed to support outpatient nutrition services
- check_circleModify diets, order supplements, and manage enteral tube feedings after competency determination
- check_circleImprove nutrition outcomes for transplant patients in the Comprehensive Liver Transplant unit
- check_circleOrder and track patient measurements including head circumferences, heights, lengths, and weights
- check_circleCommunicate patient nutritional needs with the healthcare team and food service managers
- check_circleCollaborate with a team of transplant dietitians to deliver comprehensive care
- check_circleTeach patients, families, dietetic interns, and healthcare providers about nutrition
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's Degree in Nutrition or related field
- verifiedRegistered Dietitian (RD) credential or eligibility to pass exam within 6 months
- verifiedLess than 1 year acute care experience for Clinical Dietitian I
- verified1+ years acute care experience as RD for Clinical Dietitian II
- verifiedCPR training for outpatient nutrition clinic
- verifiedAdherence to Code of Ethics for dietetics
Nice to Have
Experience in counseling in an acute care or outpatient care setting. Specialty certification in the area of practice. Certificate in Training (Adult Weight Management, Childhood & Adolescent Weight Management). Motivational interview training. Experience with clinical research protocols.
Benefits & Perks
check_circle$15,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by April 30, 2026check_circlePaid time off initiated at hire daycheck_circleInsurance coverage initiated at hire daycheck_circleRetirement plan initiated at hire dayClinical Ladder for growth in leadership, professional development, and research
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Registered Dietitian, CPR, Motivational Interview, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Enteral Tube Feedings, Clinical Research Protocols, Adult Weight Management, Childhood & Adolescent Weight Management.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition or related field required.
Frequently asked questions about Registered Dietitian - Liver Transplant - Days at VCU Health
What does a Registered Dietitian - Liver Transplant - Days at VCU Health do?expand_more
In this Registered Dietitian - Liver Transplant - Days at VCU Health role, you will provide nutritional care to preoperative and postoperative liver transplant patients; provide in-services to staff on nutrition care activities and departmental policies; travel to satellite clinics as needed to support outpatient nutrition services; and modify diets, order supplements, and manage enteral tube feedings after competency determination.
What are the requirements for this Registered Dietitian - Liver Transplant - Days role?expand_more
VCU Health is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition or related field; Registered Dietitian (RD) credential or eligibility to pass exam within 6 months; Less than 1 year acute care experience for Clinical Dietitian I; 1+ years acute care experience as RD for Clinical Dietitian II; CPR training for outpatient nutrition clinic; and Adherence to Code of Ethics for dietetics.
Where is the Registered Dietitian - Liver Transplant - Days role at VCU Health located?expand_more
Registered Dietitian - Liver Transplant - Days at VCU Health is based in Grace Street Commercial Historic District, Byrd Street Cycle Track, Richmond, Virginia, 23284, United States. This is a on-site role.
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VCU Health has listed this Registered Dietitian - Liver Transplant - Days role as on-site.
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Registered Dietitian - Liver Transplant - Days at VCU Health typically requires 0–1 years of relevant experience at the entry level level.
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Key skills for Registered Dietitian - Liver Transplant - Days at VCU Health include Registered Dietitian; CPR; Motivational Interview; Medical Nutrition Therapy; Enteral Tube Feedings; Clinical Research Protocols; Adult Weight Management; and Childhood & Adolescent Weight Management.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition or related field required.
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Registered Dietitian - Liver Transplant - Days at VCU Health is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.