Clinical Dietitian: Patient Nutrition & Care Plans

MaineHealth; Belfast (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

MaineHealth is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to direct and coordinate nutritional care for patients in assigned clinical areas. You will perform nutritional assessments, develop and implement care plans, educate patients, and communicate with physicians and health team members.

The role requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics/Nutritional Sciences, state licensure as a Dietitian, and CDR registration. RD experience is preferred, and Home Care roles may require a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics/Nutritional Sciences is required.
• Current state license as a Dietitian is required.
• Registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration is required.
• Two years of experience as a Registered Dietitian (RD) preferred.
• Positions in Home Care require a valid Driver’s License and vehicle coverage.

Responsibilities

• Directs and coordinates nutritional care to patients in assigned clinical areas.
• Performs nutritional assessments and develops care plans.
• Educates patients and communicates with physicians and health team members.

Skills

Nutritional assessments

Care plan development

Patient education

Communication with physicians

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics/Nutritional Sciences

Job description

MaineHealth is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to direct and coordinate nutritional care for patients in assigned clinical areas. You will perform nutritional assessments, develop and implement care plans, educate patients, and communicate with physicians and health team members.

The role requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics/Nutritional Sciences, state licensure as a Dietitian, and CDR registration. RD experience is preferred, and Home Care roles may require a valid driver’s license.