Clinical Dietitian: Elevate Patient Nutrition and Care

Lafayette Regional Health Center; Lexington (MO); On-site; USD 57,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition and certification assistance

Referral services for childcare and more

Job summary

A community healthcare provider in Lexington, Missouri is seeking a Clinical Dietitian who will assess patients' nutritional needs and provide tailored diet plans. Key responsibilities include counseling patients, conducting assessments, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal nutritional care. Ideal candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in dietetics, registered dietitian status, and be licensed according to state law. This role offers a chance to make a real difference in patient health within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, major in dietetics or related field.
• Registered dietitian certification required.
• Current state licensure may be needed.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association required.
• Minimum of 1 year of dietitian experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments for patients.
• Provide evidence-based nutrition counseling.
• Collaborate with medical staff to implement dietary recommendations.
• Document potential nutritional implications of medications.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

Nutritional screenings

Collaboration with physicians

Documentation of nutritional information

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics or related field

Registered through the Commission on Dietetic Registration

Current state licensure

American Heart Association BLS certification

Job description

A community healthcare provider in Lexington, Missouri is seeking a Clinical Dietitian who will assess patients' nutritional needs and provide tailored diet plans. Key responsibilities include counseling patients, conducting assessments, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal nutritional care. Ideal candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in dietetics, registered dietitian status, and be licensed according to state law. This role offers a chance to make a real difference in patient health within a supportive environment.