Job Description

Clinical Dietitian II

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Grand River Health | Rifle, CO

At Grand River, we are more than a hospital - we are neighbors taking care of neighbors proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect, friendliness, and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.

What You’ll Do

Provide comprehensive nutritional care through patient assessments, care planning, monitoring, education, and counseling across a variety of settings. Support patients with diabetes through individualized education and self-management training to promote health and prevent complications.

• Assess patients’ nutritional needs and develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans.
• Manage diet, supplement, enteral and parenteral nutrition, and laboratory data orders in accordance with facility policies.
• Provide age-appropriate diabetes education, counseling, and skills training to individuals and groups, following ADCES standards and guidelines.
• Collaborate with the Health Education Coaching Director and care team to support diabetes management and prevent complications.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with applicable state, licensing, accreditation, and regulatory requirements, including flexibility for on-call, evening, and weekend coverage as needed.
• Perform a variety of tasks and other duties as assigned.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a knowledgeable, patient-focused dietitian with strong clinical nutrition skills and a passion for helping patients manage diabetes. The ideal candidate brings the required credentials, a commitment to continued learning, and experience supporting patients across a variety of care settings.

• Bachelor’s degree in dietetics or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
• Current Registered Dietitian (RD) status with ongoing professional development and required continuing education.
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) credential required and maintained throughout employment with GRHD.
• Additional specialty certification required (e.g., CLC, CNSC); diabetic pump certification preferred. Current BLS certification required within three months of hire and maintained throughout employment.
• Minimum of two years of professional experience in a similar clinical or outpatient setting preferred.

What We Offer:

• Pay Range: $32.35 -$46.20/hour (based on experience)
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, PTO from day one, extended illness time, retirement plan with match, and more.
• Perks: Payroll deductions for hot springs, gyms, ski passes, pet insurance, access to outdoor recreation, and more!

Compensation may vary outside this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience.

Position is open until filled unless posted otherwise.

Why Join Grand River Health?

As a special taxing district, we are accountable to our community, allowing us to prioritize exceptional patient-centered care over financial bottom lines. Our main hospital campus is located in picturesque Rifle, Colorado with twenty-five beds providing a wide range of services, along with a long-term care center and a satellite campus. While the secret is out that this is a great place to live, the atmosphere of a caring and friendly community has been preserved amidst a steady growth of population.

OUR MISSION:

To improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION:

To be our communities’ first choice in quality healthcare.