Clinical Dietitian

Lifepoint Health®; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Baptist Health Rehabilitation Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Dietitian (PRN) to support patient nutrition services at our New York facility. The position involves implementing dietary plans and assessing nutritional needs to improve patient outcomes.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in dietetics and RD/RDN licensure, with a minimum of three years’ dietary experience in a health care setting. Join a team dedicated to excellent patient care and ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 3 years dietary experience in a health care facility.
• Current RD/RDN registration/licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Dietitian approves menus including modified diets and provides nutritional assessments for patients.
• Counsel patients and families on dietary plans, food selections, preparation, and nutritional principles.
• Monitor and contribute to patient care plans relating to nutritional needs.
• Coordinate Dietary Services with JCAHO standards and assist Dietary Manager as needed.
• Plan modified diets and communicate to the Dietary team promptly.

Skills

Nutritional planning

Patient communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in dietetics or related field

RD/RDN licensure

Job description

Facility: Baptist Health Rehabilitation Hospital

Schedule: PRN

Your Experience Matters

Baptist Health Rehabilitation Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. By joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How You'll Contribute

Dietician approves menus including modified diets, provides nutritional assessments for patients as needed, and provides counsel to patients and their families on dietary plans, food selections, preparation, and nutritional principles. The Dietician monitors the performance improvement plans of the Dietary Services department and provides input in the development and implementation of patient care plans in relation to nutritional needs.

• Consult with patients and family members concerning dietary needs and goals. May instruct patients and/or families regarding diet therapy programs.
• Coordinate Dietary Services Department with JCAHO standards for food service and assist Dietary Manager as needed
• Plan modified diets for patients as requested by attending physician/licensed practitioner. Communicate to Dietary team in a timely manner.
• Perform nutritional assessments in a timely manner. Monitor and document patient care in regard to therapeutic diets.
• Review patients' charts to determine need for nutritional assessments. Document patient charts with nutritional planning, and update as changes in nutritional needs occur.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers (full-time & Part-time Staff Only)

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Opening a Brand-New Hospital: Join a team of accomplished leaders to open a brand-new hospital, built from the ground up with cutting edge technology.

What We're Looking For

Applicants should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Requires a minimum of three (3) years dietary experience in a health care facility, with concentration in nutritional in nutritional assessment and planning.
• Current Registration with the American Dietetic Association (RD or RDN) or similar organization and licensure per state of practice required

EEOC Statement

Baptist Health Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Baptist Health Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.