Clinical Dietitian: Patient-Centered Nutrition Care

Baton-Rouge-General; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Baton Rouge General is seeking a compassionate Registered Dietitian to join our healthcare team. You will manage therapeutic diets, perform comprehensive nutrition assessments, and provide counseling to patients and families. Collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other professionals will ensure optimal nutritional care and outcomes.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about patient care, evidence-based practice, and empowering individuals to reach health goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nutrition, Dietetics, or related field required.
• Permanent or provisional Louisiana Dietitian/Nutritionist licensure required or eligible.
• Knowledge of medical nutrition therapy and clinical nutrition principles.
• Strong communication, organization and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments for patients receiving medical nutrition therapy.
• Review and interpret physician-ordered therapeutic diets for accuracy and appropriateness.
• Evaluate medical records, lab values and clinical indicators to determine needs.
• Recommend oral, enteral and parenteral nutrition as appropriate.
• Calculate calories, protein and fluid requirements based on individual needs.
• Interview patients to evaluate food habits, preferences and concerns.
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans and document in the medical record.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support patient care goals.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to patients and families.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Documentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in nutrition, Dietetics, or related field

Job description

Baton Rouge General is seeking a compassionate Registered Dietitian to join our healthcare team. You will manage therapeutic diets, perform comprehensive nutrition assessments, and provide counseling to patients and families. Collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other professionals will ensure optimal nutritional care and outcomes.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about patient care, evidence-based practice, and empowering individuals to reach health goals.