Dietitian

Description: Data Collection: 10/23/2026

Unit Information: Dietitians/Food and

Nutrition Services Location: HCA

West FNS Department Address: 12141

Richmond Ave Floor: 1st Building: HCA Houston Healthcare West - Hospital General Information Tell us about the unit(s): Number of Beds - 283 Number of Staff 2-4 Dietitians (adjust as needed)

Type of staff: o Typically 8-hour day shifts, Monday-Friday Patient Ratios Minimum of 10 patients; average caseload varies based on acuity and census. Type of equipment Computer, I-Mobile device EMR - Expanse, HealthTouch POS system Typical hiring profile Skill Set Most recruited for: Must have: candidates without these skills will not be considered for the role. Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) Licensed Dietitian (LD) in the State of Texas Knowledge of Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and Nutrition Care Process (NCP) Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills Proficiency with electronic medical records and clinical documentation Preferred or nice to have: candidates with these skills will be considered first. 1-2 years of clinical experience Master's degree or above List typical procedures performed on unit(s): Conducting Nutrition Screening, Assessments, and Reassessments in accordance with the Nutrition Care Process. Nutrition Focused Physical Examinations Best personality Fit: Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment Self-motivated and able to work independently Adaptable in a fast-paced acute care environment Excellent customer service and patient-centered mindset Team-oriented with strong communication skills Organized and able to prioritize competing responsibilities

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS: Registered Dietitian (CDR) Licensed Dietitian (LD) Floating Area(s): All inpatient nursing units as needed ICU & Surgical-ICU/Critical Care Units Medical-Surgical Units Telemetry/Cardiac

Units Rehab

Unit Neonatal ICU Dress Code: Scrub Color/Attire - Black Scrubs Professional appearance with hospital-issued identification badge always visible.

Unit Guidelines/Policies: Please feel free to attach unit policies and guidelines. Completion of all nutrition assessments and reassessments within facility and regulatory timeframes Compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, HCA Healthcare, and hospital policies Adherence to Food & Nutrition Services department standards and documentation requirements Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and patient care discussions Complete all annual competencies and required education Weekends and On call(if any) Rotating on-call week and weekend schedule to address patient diet concerns and nutrition-related issues originating from the kitchen or nursing units.

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