Clinical dietitian job description

MercyOne Newton Medical Center is a fully owned hospital of MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center and a member of MercyOne Network.

It is located in the city of Newton, Iowa, county seat of Jasper County. Positioned on Interstate 80, the nation’s only east/west transcontinental interstate highway, Newton is about 30 miles east of the Des Moines metropolitan area, which has a population in excess of 400,000.

MercyOne Newton has a well-deserved reputation for bucking the trend of diminished health care in rural America by enhancing the quantity and quality of its services during the last two decades. This has been accomplished by expanding, remodeling and providing technological improvements to its physical facilities and by adding new physicians.

MercyOne Newton employees and local doctors are known for their highly productive “Iowa work ethic,” emphasis on compassion and quality patient service, and loyalty to the hospital and the community.

Our campus in Newton has 48 beds and about 200,000 square feet of space. Attached to the hospital is a 50,000-square-foot medical office building containing local physician practices and the hospital’s physical medicine and rehabilitation center.

MercyOne Newton is one of the largest employers in Jasper County, along with the local school system and the county government.
Responsibilities:
JOB SUMMARY: Provides nutritional screening for hospital inpatients. Provides nutritional assessments and appropriate follow up measures for all at risk patients. Communicates with other health care professionals to ensure optimal nutrition care.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
Assesses the nutritional status of patients. Provides individualized care plans based on assessment. Educates and counsels patients and families on modified diets. Documents findings, actions, summary of assessments, follow up and diet instructions comprehension in medical chart. Attends multidisciplinary meetings on regular basis to ensure optimal nutritional care. Takes phone inquiries regarding nutrition related questions/problems from in and outside the hospital. Monitors patient menus to ensure adherence to meal plan.
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS :
A professional level of knowledge in the field of nutrition and dietetics. Requires skills in providing effective nutrition counseling and education to ensure appropriate nutrition care. Requires the ability to work independently, communicate effectively, and develop nutritional teaching material.
EDUCATION :
Bachelor’s degree in Food and Nutrition, with ADA Licensed by the State of Iowa Registration or ADA eligibility Active registration with the American Dietetic Association
LICENSURE : Iowa Licensure

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $5,000

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Description:

The registered dietitian (RD) is responsible for the nutritional assessment and intervention of acute care hospitalized patients. The RD recommends appropriate medical nutrition therapy based on patient‘s diagnosis, nutrition focused physical exam and overall health status. Identifies the proper nutrition regimen and places order in the medical record. Communicates plan of care to all responsible parties. Educates patients, family and significant others on nutrition plan. Contributes to departmental achievements through process improvement. Documents findings, orders, interventions in the electronic health record.

Estimated salary range for this position is $48207 - $62669 / year depending on experience.

Qualifications:

Degrees: Bachelors Licenses & Certifications: Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) CDR Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist Additional Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Nutrition - BSNT required.Registered Dietitian with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Commission on Dietetic Registration and Florida State licensure (LD/N). If registration/license eligible, must become registered/licensed within 6 months. Master‘s degree preferred. This position requires direct patient care through assessment, intervention and care planning. The following proven skills are expected, include excellent verbal/written communication, critical thinking, basic computer, and service excellence. Minimum Required Experience:

EOE

2 years experience requires basic clinical and practical experience as a Registered Dietician.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of various nutritional principles, procedures, views, and equipment used in the treatment of patients with varying medical conditions.

Capable of performing routine nutritional therapy as well as a basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical

people.

Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.

General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), electronic health records (EHR).

Interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.

Ensure the privacy of each patient's protected health information (PHI).

Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Treat patients ranging in age from neonate to geriatric.

Job Shift:

Varied

Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Every Weekend

Benefits:

No

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

1

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

Number of Openings:

1

Sutter Health Affiliates are equal opportunity employers EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Schedule/Shift: Per Diem/Casual/ Days