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Sun City, Arizona
Department Name:
Culinary & Nutrition-Hosp
Work Shift:
Day
Job Category:
Facilities, Environmental Services, and Culinary
$10,000 sign on bonus for 12 months
If selected, the recruiter will provide eligibility criteria for the sign-on bonus
A rewarding career that fits your life. Learn how Banner Health, a certified Great Place To Work®, prioritizes team members and strives to be the best place to work in health care.
Facility Type & Recognition:
Acute Care Hospital
Rated "Best Regional Hospital" (2025-2026) by U.S. News & World Report
+ Ranked #4 in Phoenix
+ Ranked #5 in Arizona
* Certified as a Primary Stroke Center
Clinical Nutrition Department:
Collaborative team of registered dietitians and a dietetic technician
Includes 2 Senior RDs who received reimbursement for their CNSC (Certified Nutrition Support Clinician) exam
* Facility reimburses CDR (Commission on Dietetic Registration) credential verification
Minimum Requirements for Dietitian Positions:
Bachelor of Science (BS) degree required
Master's degree preferred
Experience in nutrition support (minimum 2 years)
Requires advanced certification
Full-Time: Typically 8:00am-4:30pm, M-F (with alternating weekends and rotating holidays)
$10,000 Sign on; requires 12 month commitment for Registered Dietitians
Banner Boswell Medical Center has provided exceptional health care to the communities in the northwest area of metro-Phoenix for over five decades. Today, our 410-bed acute-care hospital is nationally recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Arizona’s Best Hospitals. Banner Boswell offers a full range of acute care services, including cardiology, vascular, thoracic, oncology, orthopedics, neurology, general surgery, robotic surgery, rehabilitation, emergency, stroke, intensive care, pulmonary, urology, and inpatient wound management. We've earned the Society of Thoracic Surgeons highest quality award for CABG & aortic valve replacement and the Joint Commission’s Advanced Certification as a Primary Stroke Center.
Position Summary
This position provides leadership in specialty area of clinical nutrition, establishes practice standards and serves as a mentor to educate colleagues in the specialty nutrition area. This position manages a complex caseload of patients by providing comprehensive nutritional assessments and nutrition-focused physical exams, developing and managing all aspects of appropriate nutrition care plans, and monitoring outcomes of plans. Provides patient and family nutrition counseling and education. Develops Nutrition Standards of Practice and Education material in collaboration with peers. Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary Health Care team providing input and establishing patient care policies, programs, quality improvement activities and provides in-service education in areas of expertise.
CORE FUNCTIONS
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Provides comprehensive nutrition assessment of patients' nutritional needs, to include nutrition-focused physical exams as appropriate, with at least 50% of patient case load in designated specialty area. Obtains timely and appropriate data and analyzes/interprets data based on evidence-based standards and established practice guidelines.
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Demonstrates and maintains competency in enteral and parenteral clinical practice protocols and oral nutrition management standard of practice as demonstrated by successful completion of initial competency exams and ongoing evaluation.
-
Writes orders to initiate and manage the nutrition care and of all assigned patients including those receiving nutrition support (parenteral and enteral nutrition) per protocols.
-
Evaluates effectiveness of the care plan and communicates effectively to the other members of the healthcare team to provide optimal nutrition outcomes. Provides pertinent information in the medical records, patient plans of care and/or clinical pathways while meeting requirements of regulatory agencies (i.e. Joint Commission, CMS, State and Local Agencies).
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Provides nutrition education to patients, families, staff and other health care team professionals through the development of effective teaching materials and in-service programs; Evaluates patient and or family response to education.
-
Provides leadership in area of practice, establishing proper patient care procedures and acts as liaison with nursing areas. Establishes and monitors policies and procedures in area of expertise and communicates areas of concern that impact patient care in this area. Assists with program marketing through the development of effective work relationships with internal and external customers to enhance the use of services provided by clinical program. Serves as mentor to new staff and interns where assigned.
-
Participates in and identifies continuous quality improvement activities in clinical areas to ensure optimal nutrition care outcomes are achieved; Participates in clinical nutrition Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities. Provides additional coordination of projects and programs.
-
Demonstrates proficiency in area of practice; Responsible for developing training and educational materials to assist colleagues in developing skills in area of specialty and mentors staff members in area of specialty.
-
This position interacts with patients, families, health care providers and nutrition and dietary staff in support of providing high quality nutrition assessment, care planning, delivery and measurement of outcomes. Customers are patients, visitors, physicians and other staff members, vendors, and payors. Position communicates effectively and provides specialty education to ensure optimum nutritional care. Position works independently and provides guidance to nutrition services staff in the development of nutrition plans. Position may also provide community education. Provides leadership in specialized area of practice through participation in establishing standards and policies and procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess knowledge of nutrition and dietetics demonstrated through the completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or equivalent coursework. Must be a Registered Dietitian based on academic and professional requirements as defined by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Effective January 1, 2024, CDR requires a minimum of Master's degree to be eligible to take the registration examination. Must hold current registration through the Commission on Dietetic Registration of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and be able to maintain ongoing registration while providing verification of registration annually. Maintains current licensure as required by State law.
Must possess a level of expertise typically achieved through three to five years clinical experience in a specialty area. Must be able to function independently and be effective at prioritizing assigned patient case load as well as the ability to lead and serve as a resource for issues.
To be classified as a Senior Registered Dietitian, at least 50% of dietitian's case load must be in the specialty area. This requires documentation of certification and expertise in one of the following areas: International Board Certified Lactation Consultant; Certified Clinical Transplant Dietician (CCTD) from the North American Transplant Coordinators Organization; Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) from Certification Board for Diabetes Care and Education; CNSC-Certified Nutrition Support Clinician; Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition (CSP); Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition (CSR); Board Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition (CSO); Board Certified Specialist in Gerontology Nutrition (CSG); Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD); Board Certified Specialist in Digestive Health (CSDH); Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Critical Care (CSPCC); Advanced Practitioner (RD-AP, RDN-AP); Nutrition Wound Care Certified. CNIS Certified Nutrition Injury Specialist- attained through the successful completion of The Nutrition Injury-Specific Diagnostic Nutrition Residency-An Advanced Practice Approach to Diagnosing Nutritional Disorders. Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) administered by the Certification Board for Nutrition Specialists (CBNS); Board Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management (CSOWM).
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, and BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
Primary City/State:
Sun City, Arizona
Department Name:
Culinary & Nutrition-Hosp
Work Shift:
Day
Job Category:
Facilities, Environmental Services, and Culinary
$10,000 sign on bonus for 12 months
If selected, the recruiter will provide eligibility criteria for the sign-on bonus
A rewarding career that fits your life. Learn how Banner Health, a certified Great Place To Work®, prioritizes team members and strives to be the best place to work in health care.
Facility Type & Recognition:
Acute Care Hospital
Rated "Best Regional Hospital" (2025-2026) by U.S. News & World Report
+ Ranked #4 in Phoenix
+ Ranked #5 in Arizona
* Certified as a Primary Stroke Center
Clinical Nutrition Department:
Collaborative team of registered dietitians and a dietetic technician
Includes 2 Senior RDs who received reimbursement for their CNSC (Certified Nutrition Support Clinician) exam
* Facility reimburses CDR (Commission on Dietetic Registration) credential verification
Minimum Requirements for Dietitian Positions:
Bachelor of Science (BS) degree required
Master's degree preferred
Experience in nutrition support (minimum 2 years)
Requires advanced certification
Full-Time: Typically 8:00am-4:30pm, M-F (with alternating weekends and rotating holidays)
$10,000 Sign on; requires 12 month commitment for Registered Dietitians
Banner Boswell Medical Center has provided exceptional health care to the communities in the northwest area of metro-Phoenix for over five decades. Today, our 410-bed acute-care hospital is nationally recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Arizona’s Best Hospitals. Banner Boswell offers a full range of acute care services, including cardiology, vascular, thoracic, oncology, orthopedics, neurology, general surgery, robotic surgery, rehabilitation, emergency, stroke, intensive care, pulmonary, urology, and inpatient wound management. We've earned the Society of Thoracic Surgeons highest quality award for CABG & aortic valve replacement and the Joint Commission’s Advanced Certification as a Primary Stroke Center.
Position Summary
This position provides leadership in specialty area of clinical nutrition, establishes practice standards and serves as a mentor to educate colleagues in the specialty nutrition area. This position manages a complex caseload of patients by providing comprehensive nutritional assessments and nutrition-focused physical exams, developing and managing all aspects of appropriate nutrition care plans, and monitoring outcomes of plans. Provides patient and family nutrition counseling and education. Develops Nutrition Standards of Practice and Education material in collaboration with peers. Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary Health Care team providing input and establishing patient care policies, programs, quality improvement activities and provides in-service education in areas of expertise.
CORE FUNCTIONS
-
Provides comprehensive nutrition assessment of patients' nutritional needs, to include nutrition-focused physical exams as appropriate, with at least 50% of patient case load in designated specialty area. Obtains timely and appropriate data and analyzes/interprets data based on evidence-based standards and established practice guidelines.
-
Demonstrates and maintains competency in enteral and parenteral clinical practice protocols and oral nutrition management standard of practice as demonstrated by successful completion of initial competency exams and ongoing evaluation.
-
Writes orders to initiate and manage the nutrition care and of all assigned patients including those receiving nutrition support (parenteral and enteral nutrition) per protocols.
-
Evaluates effectiveness of the care plan and communicates effectively to the other members of the healthcare team to provide optimal nutrition outcomes. Provides pertinent information in the medical records, patient plans of care and/or clinical pathways while meeting requirements of regulatory agencies (i.e. Joint Commission, CMS, State and Local Agencies).
-
Provides nutrition education to patients, families, staff and other health care team professionals through the development of effective teaching materials and in-service programs; Evaluates patient and or family response to education.
-
Provides leadership in area of practice, establishing proper patient care procedures and acts as liaison with nursing areas. Establishes and monitors policies and procedures in area of expertise and communicates areas of concern that impact patient care in this area. Assists with program marketing through the development of effective work relationships with internal and external customers to enhance the use of services provided by clinical program. Serves as mentor to new staff and interns where assigned.
-
Participates in and identifies continuous quality improvement activities in clinical areas to ensure optimal nutrition care outcomes are achieved; Participates in clinical nutrition Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities. Provides additional coordination of projects and programs.
-
Demonstrates proficiency in area of practice; Responsible for developing training and educational materials to assist colleagues in developing skills in area of specialty and mentors staff members in area of specialty.
-
This position interacts with patients, families, health care providers and nutrition and dietary staff in support of providing high quality nutrition assessment, care planning, delivery and measurement of outcomes. Customers are patients, visitors, physicians and other staff members, vendors, and payors. Position communicates effectively and provides specialty education to ensure optimum nutritional care. Position works independently and provides guidance to nutrition services staff in the development of nutrition plans. Position may also provide community education. Provides leadership in specialized area of practice through participation in establishing standards and policies and procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess knowledge of nutrition and dietetics demonstrated through the completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or equivalent coursework. Must be a Registered Dietitian based on academic and professional requirements as defined by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Effective January 1, 2024, CDR requires a minimum of Master's degree to be eligible to take the registration examination. Must hold current registration through the Commission on Dietetic Registration of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and be able to maintain ongoing registration while providing verification of registration annually. Maintains current licensure as required by State law.
Must possess a level of expertise typically achieved through three to five years clinical experience in a specialty area. Must be able to function independently and be effective at prioritizing assigned patient case load as well as the ability to lead and serve as a resource for issues.
To be classified as a Senior Registered Dietitian, at least 50% of dietitian's case load must be in the specialty area. This requires documentation of certification and expertise in one of the following areas: International Board Certified Lactation Consultant; Certified Clinical Transplant Dietician (CCTD) from the North American Transplant Coordinators Organization; Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) from Certification Board for Diabetes Care and Education; CNSC-Certified Nutrition Support Clinician; Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition (CSP); Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition (CSR); Board Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition (CSO); Board Certified Specialist in Gerontology Nutrition (CSG); Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD); Board Certified Specialist in Digestive Health (CSDH); Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Critical Care (CSPCC); Advanced Practitioner (RD-AP, RDN-AP); Nutrition Wound Care Certified. CNIS Certified Nutrition Injury Specialist- attained through the successful completion of The Nutrition Injury-Specific Diagnostic Nutrition Residency-An Advanced Practice Approach to Diagnosing Nutritional Disorders. Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) administered by the Certification Board for Nutrition Specialists (CBNS); Board Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management (CSOWM).
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, and BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Clinical Dietitian
Verify your RD credential meets PERM standards
PERM labor certification ties your green card eligibility to the specific requirements the employer lists in the job posting. Make sure your Commission on Dietetic Registration credential and state licensure are in order before your employer files, because discrepancies between your credentials and the posted requirements can trigger DOL audits.
Target hospitals with established PERM filing history
Large health systems and academic medical centers routinely sponsor foreign clinical dietitians and have in-house immigration teams familiar with the PERM process. Filter your job search to employers who have sponsored EB-3 professionals before, since first-time sponsors often underestimate DOL recruitment documentation requirements.
Search open roles on Migrate Mate by sponsorship type
Use Migrate Mate to filter Clinical Dietitian openings specifically by EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship availability, so you're applying only to employers already prepared to file PERM on your behalf rather than convincing reluctant hiring managers mid-process.
Benchmark your offered wage against the OFLC Wage Search
PERM requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for your role and location, determined by DOL. Cross-check the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer, because a wage set below the Level I or Level II prevailing wage will stall or void the labor certification.
Understand how EB-3 differs from a temporary work visa
Unlike H-1B visa, EB-3 sponsorship has no annual lottery and leads directly to lawful permanent residency. PERM processing at DOL typically runs six to twelve months before your employer can file the I-140, so factor that total timeline into your work authorization planning.
Get your foreign dietetics degree evaluated early
If you completed your nutrition or dietetics degree outside the United States, USCIS requires a credential evaluation confirming equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's or master's degree. Request that evaluation from a NACES-member agency before your employer begins the PERM recruitment phase to avoid delays.
Green Card Clinical Dietitian: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Clinical Dietitian roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Clinical Dietitian positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled professionals, since the role typically requires a bachelor's degree in dietetics and a Registered Dietitian credential. Candidates holding a master's degree in clinical nutrition or a related field, or those with specialized credentials in areas like oncology or critical care nutrition, may qualify under EB-2 as advanced-degree professionals, which can shorten certain processing steps.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a dietitian?
H-1B is a temporary work visa subject to an annual cap and lottery, meaning your petition could go unselected through no fault of your own. EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM is permanent residency with no lottery and no annual cap at the petition level for most nationalities. The trade-off is timeline: PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status together typically take two to four years, compared to H-1B's faster but uncertain path.
What does the PERM process look like for a Clinical Dietitian employer?
Your employer must conduct a structured DOL recruitment campaign, advertising the Clinical Dietitian position through required channels and documenting that no qualified U.S. worker applied. After that recruitment period, they file the PERM application with DOL. Once certified, they file an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. The entire labor certification phase typically takes six to twelve months before the I-140 is even filed on your behalf.
How can I find Clinical Dietitian jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Search on Migrate Mate and filter specifically by EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship to surface employers who are already prepared to run a PERM labor certification. Applying to roles where sponsorship is confirmed upfront saves significant time compared to negotiating with employers who have never navigated PERM before, particularly in healthcare settings where hiring timelines are already tight.
Does my foreign dietetics degree count toward PERM eligibility?
Yes, but USCIS requires a formal credential evaluation confirming your foreign degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's or master's degree in dietetics or a related field. You'll need that evaluation from a NACES-member agency before your employer can complete the PERM filing. If you also trained outside the U.S., confirm your Commission on Dietetic Registration pathway is complete, since U.S. licensure is typically listed as a job requirement in the employer's PERM posting.