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Wellness Dietitian PRN - Woodlands
Location:
HM The Woodlands Hospital - 17201 Interstate 45 S The Woodlands, Texas 77385
- Job Ref:
- 71866
- Talent Area:
- Wellness
- Job Shift:
- 1st - Day
- Job Type:
- PRN
- Posted Date:
- June 12, 2025
At Houston Methodist, the Wellness Dietitian PRN position is responsible for assessing client's nutritional status, in-person or via telehealth, using recognized tools of assessment and instructing clients on an appropriate nutrition plan. The Wellness Dietitian PRN will also plan and implement professional nutrition presentations as well as actively participate in planning, instruction and evaluation of the nutrition component of Houston Methodist Wellness programs and services.
Schedule needed would be M-F from 9 a.m.-noon
Requirements:
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assesses the nutrition status of clients and recommends nutrition plans based on nutritional status, goals and concerns. Corresponds with other health care professionals regarding nutrition care plan as necessary.
- Acts as a dedicated and respected resource to internal HM departments and/or external corporate clients for nutrition-related inquiries to promote a positive culture of health.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Prepares information for and leads discussions on various nutrition, health and wellness topics in a variety of settings: group, classroom, one-on-one and virtual.
- Actively participates in the continuum of care by accepting and managing physician referrals for nutrition services, as appropriate, to enhance patient experience.
- Develops and implements nutrition-related communications and marketing materials designed to maximize program engagement and promote healthy lifestyles.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Accurately documents individual outcomes, program data, goals, achievements and results.
- Assesses effectiveness of nutrition education programs using evidence-based practices to educate customers, patients and colleagues.
- Provides feedback on wellness programs with management to evaluate programs and services based on participation, outcomes and efficiency.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Uses resources efficiently to maximize utilization of time and equipment. Meets labor productivity standards by effectively managing established client load assignments and prioritizing tasks.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Identifies opportunities and takes initiative to build strategic relationships between teams, departments, corporations, units or organization to help achieve business goals.
- Participates in departmental projects and committees as appropriate; actively involved in development of new nutritional programs, activities and education for both employee and corporate events.
- Responsible for maintaining professional expertise and staying current with emerging nutrition and dietetic trends. Provides recommendations for optimizing participation with current programs.
- Identifies own learning needs, consults with the Wellness team and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION
- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Completion of dietetic internship accredited by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
- RD - Registered Dietician (CDR) AND
- LD - License Dietitian, State Licensure
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and function calmly in stressful situations, including handling of, or exposure to confidential, sensitive information
- Working knowledge of computer programs, including but not limited to, Microsoft Office products
- Demonstrates the ability to access information both in the department and within the hospital system to support the department as appropriate
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform No
- Scrubs No
- Business professional Yes
- Other (department approved) Yes
ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call* No
TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers. Houston Methodist consists of eight hospitals: Houston Methodist Hospital, its flagship academic hospital in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, and seven community hospitals throughout the greater Houston area. Houston Methodist also includes an academic institute, a comprehensive residency program, a global business division, numerous physician practices and several free-standing emergency rooms and outpatient facilities. Overall, Houston Methodist employs more than 27,000 employees and is supported by a wide variety of business functions that operate at the system level to help enable clinical departments to provide high quality patient care.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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