Clinical Dietitian (Full-Time, 8a-4:30p, Rotating Wknds)

Wregional; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare system in Fayetteville seeks a Clinical Dietitian to deliver nutrition care and medical nutrition therapy to patients. With responsibilities including assessments and collaborations with interdisciplinary teams, this role plays a vital part in ensuring quality patient care. Candidates must be a Registered Dietitian, licensed in Arkansas within 90 days of hiring. Join a community-focused organization dedicated to improving health outcomes through quality services.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian with licensure in Arkansas within 90 days of hire.
• Preferred previous experience in an acute clinical nutrition setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical nutrition therapy according to policies.
• Perform nutrition assessments and document according to standards.
• Advocate for nutrition services and support clinical initiatives.

Skills

Nutrition assessment

Patient education

Quality care procedures

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of an accredited nutrition program

Registered Dietitian

Licensed dietitian

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Washington Regional Med. Ctr. - Fayetteville, AR

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Licensed in related field

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Nutrition Services

Description

Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values

Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education. Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for four consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,400+ team members and serve the region with over 45 clinic locations, the area’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center; Washington Regional Total Joint Center; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors.

Position Summary

The role of the Clinical Dietitian reports to the Clinical Nutrition Manager. This position is responsible for providing nutrition care to patients. This position will provide medical nutrition therapy to all patients according to policy and consultation from interdisciplinary staff.

Essential Position Responsibilities

• Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external clients
• Perform and document nutrition assessment, reassessment, and education according to the nutrition care process
• Follow policies and procedures related to patient care, safety, and quality
• Responsible for day-to-day operations in managing patient load; works with other RDs to prioritize patient load based on acuity and policy, as well as address any nutrition-related issues that arise
• Utilize available formulary products and appropriate usage for age-specific patient populations
• Maintain data into event reporting system as needed to ensure safety and quality of care are addressed
• Serve as a resource in clinical situations involving nutrition care
• Serve as an advocate in representation and support of nutrition services and WRMC’s initiatives

Qualifications

• Education:Graduate of an accredited nutrition program
• Licensure and Certifications: Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR); Licensed dietitian (must be licensed in Arkansas within 90 days of hire)
• Experience: Previous experience in an acute clinical nutrition setting, preferred.

Work Environment: This position will spend 80% of time standing and/or walking while pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or carrying up to 50 lbs. This position will spend 20% of time sitting while performing work in a standard office setting. This position will be exposed to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.

Qualifications