Clinical Dietitian: Patient-Centric Nutrition Expert

Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior; Rogers, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to deliver evidence-based nutrition care across inpatient and outpatient settings. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to implement MNT, improve patient outcomes, and contribute to education of dietetics staff and interns.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, patient education, and ongoing professional development within Mercy's service standards and mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics required.
• 0–3 years healthcare experience in clinical dietetics or healthcare food service.
• RD and State license required; registry eligibility with six month onboarding window.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Word/PowerPoint/Email.

Responsibilities

• Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams.
• Participate in Performance Improvement projects.
• Educate nutrition assistants and dietetic interns.
• Assist in training and competency assessment for staff.
• Ensure compliance with Mercy policies and quality standards.

Skills

Computer basics

Word/Email

PowerPoint

Communication skills

Etiology assessment

Critical thinking

Clinical nutrition

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics

Master’s degree in Dietetics (preferred)

Tools

Word

PowerPoint

Email

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to deliver evidence-based nutrition care across inpatient and outpatient settings. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to implement MNT, improve patient outcomes, and contribute to education of dietetics staff and interns.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, patient education, and ongoing professional development within Mercy's service standards and mission.