Clinical Dietitian: Evidence-Based Patient Nutrition

Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga; Glenwood (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to provide expert nutrition care, develop individualized plans, and clearly communicate nutrition data across clinical systems. You will collaborate with health teams and align care with evidence-based standards to improve patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes interdisciplinary teamwork, patient education, and ongoing monitoring to ensure effective nutrition interventions and adherence to hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accredited dietetics program (ACEND) required.
• RD eligibility/registration within 90 days of hire.
• TN licensure eligibility or Dietitian credentials as listed (TN) within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform nutritional assessments using age- and gender-appropriate standards and validated tools.
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans and educate patients/families.
• Monitor and re-evaluate patient nutrition status; adjust care plans as needed.

Skills

Dietetics knowledge

Clinical assessment

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Dietetics

Job description

Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to provide expert nutrition care, develop individualized plans, and clearly communicate nutrition data across clinical systems. You will collaborate with health teams and align care with evidence-based standards to improve patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes interdisciplinary teamwork, patient education, and ongoing monitoring to ensure effective nutrition interventions and adherence to hospital policies.