Casual Clinical Dietitian: Evidence-Based Nutrition Therapy

Nebraska Methodist Health System; Council Bluffs (IA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Nebraska Methodist Health System is seeking a Clinical Dietitian for its Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital. This casual position involves providing medical nutrition therapy and working as needed to meet business requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Nutritional Science and be a Registered Dietitian. Responsibilities include conducting nutrition assessments, devising care plans, and monitoring patient progress to ensure optimal nutritional outcomes.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) required within 3 months of hire.
• Licensed Medical Nutrition Therapist (LMNT) in Nebraska required within 3 months of hire.
• Licensed Dietitian (LD) in Iowa required within 3 months of hire.
• 1-2 years of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments including food/nutrition-related history.
• Devise specific nutrition strategies and plans of care.
• Implement and communicate nutrition plans of care with the team.
• Monitor and evaluate progress toward nutrition care outcomes.

Skills

Knowledge of The Joint Commission requirements

Skill in planning

Strong verbal communication skills

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to interpret lab results

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Food and Nutrition or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Nebraska Methodist Health System is seeking a Clinical Dietitian for its Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital. This casual position involves providing medical nutrition therapy and working as needed to meet business requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Nutritional Science and be a Registered Dietitian. Responsibilities include conducting nutrition assessments, devising care plans, and monitoring patient progress to ensure optimal nutritional outcomes.