Clinical Dietitian: Nutrition Therapy & Education

Hugh Chatham Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 81,807,000 - 122,783,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Registered Dietitian to provide nutrition services and participate in performance improvement activities. You will ensure patient satisfaction, quality care, regulatory compliance, and efficient use of resources.

Responsibilities include nutrition assessment, MNT counseling, education, and collaboration with physicians and nursing staff. Sign-on bonus eligibility and a weekday schedule are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• RD/LDN registry eligible or Registered Dietitian and Licensed by NC Board of Dietetics and Nutrition required.
• If RD/LDN registry eligible, RD/LDN registered required within 4 months of hire.
• Specialty certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assesses nutritional status and adjusts care based on medical data and literature.
• Provides medical nutrition therapy (MNT) and counseling for patients in assigned areas.
• Communicates with physicians and nurses to coordinate nutrition into patient care.
• Documents nutritional care plans, assessments, consultations, and education.
• Develops and delivers patient and family education; identifies learning needs.
• Teaches and mentors dietetic interns and team members as applicable.
• Disseminates nutrition research findings to the medical team and others.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary departments to ensure standards of excellence.

Skills

Nutrition assessment

MNT counseling

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education/didactics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Registered Dietitian (RD) or eligible (NC licensure)

Registry eligibility within 4 months

Job description

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Registered Dietitian to provide nutrition services and participate in performance improvement activities. You will ensure patient satisfaction, quality care, regulatory compliance, and efficient use of resources.

Responsibilities include nutrition assessment, MNT counseling, education, and collaboration with physicians and nursing staff. Sign-on bonus eligibility and a weekday schedule are offered.