Clinical Dietitian: Medical Nutrition Therapy & Education

Atrium Health; Winston-Salem (NC); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Atrium Health is seeking a Registered Dietitian to assess, monitor, and advance the nutritional care of patients. The role requires delivering medical nutrition therapy, collaborating with physicians and nurses, and documenting care and education in a timely manner.

Responsibilities include developing nutrition plans, educating patients and families, presenting in-services, and mentoring dietetic interns as applicable.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian (RD) and licensed by state board or eligible for licensure within 6 months of employment.
• CDR registration eligibility required if applicable; must obtain registration and licensure within 6 months of employment.
• Minimum bachelor’s degree in nutrition or related field; master’s degree preferred for newer CDR rules.

Responsabilités

• Assess and monitor nutritional status and adjust care based on literature and medical status.
• Provide medical nutrition therapy (MNT) and counseling for patients in assigned areas; complete consults and referrals.
• Coordinate with physicians and nurses to integrate nutrition into patient therapy plans.
• Document all care plans, assessments, consultations, and education in required systems promptly.
• Develop and deliver patient and family education; create and use appropriate educational materials.
• Provide periodic in-services to team members; participate in orientation and mentoring as needed.
• Share nutrition research findings with medical team and other disciplines; communicate care issues across departments.
• Ensure standards of excellence in patient care and satisfaction through multidisciplinary collaboration.

Formation

Bachelor's degree in food and nutrition or related field

Master's degree if initial CDR registration eligibility is obtained on or after January 1, 2024

Description du poste

Atrium Health is seeking a Registered Dietitian to assess, monitor, and advance the nutritional care of patients. The role requires delivering medical nutrition therapy, collaborating with physicians and nurses, and documenting care and education in a timely manner.

Responsibilities include developing nutrition plans, educating patients and families, presenting in-services, and mentoring dietetic interns as applicable.