Clinical Dietitian, PRN

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to deliver evidence-based Medical Nutrition Therapy and participate in a multidisciplinary team across inpatient and outpatient settings.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, performance improvement, and ongoing education for dietitians, interns, and food service staff. A strong foundation in nutrition diagnosis and patient communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics is required.
• Master's degree in Dietetics or related field is preferred.
• 0–3 years of healthcare experience in clinical dietetics or dietary service is required.
• 1–3 years of healthcare experience in clinical dietetics or healthcare food service is preferred.
• RD and LD status must be current; registry eligibility must be completed within 6 months; credentialing and NPI within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and clinical care across patient units.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to meet regulatory compliance.
• Lead or participate in performance improvement projects and education for staff.
• Assist with nutrition education, training of dietitians and interns, and menu planning adjustments.

Skills

Clinical nutrition

Nutrition assessment

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics

Master's degree in Dietetics or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Clinical Dietitian uses evidence-based practice skills, education and experience for clinical care and responsibilities including: Assigned clinical and patient care area of responsibility; clinical collaboration within multidisciplinary team including responsibility for standard operations and evidence-based medicine to meet regulatory compliance. Active participation in Performance Improvement projects, serves as clinical nutrition expert in task forces, team huddles, daily rounds, and multidisciplinary meetings. Participates in In-Services for the nutrition assistants and assists the food service with nutrition, tray line, and diet competency training including makes appropriate menu hangs/substitutions for modified patient menus. Participates in ongoing education and training of competencies for self, new hires, and dietetic interns. Manages multiple tasks efficiently while prioritizing effective patient care. Additionally, Clinical Dietitian is responsible and performs duties with direction from experienced clinician and/or management, for all patient units or service areas, in-patients or out-patients, to assure appropriate identification of patients who are at nutrition risk and to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Services.

The Clinical Dietitian assures that the Mercy Mission, Mercy Values, Service Standards, confidentiality, policies and procedures of the department and Health Center are followed. This responsibility includes the appropriate utilization of the Health Center's resources to optimize patient care. Performs any assigned duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

Required: Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics.

Preferred: Master's Degree in Dietetics or related field.

Experience

Required: 0-3 years of Healthcare experience in clinical dietetics and/or healthcare food service setting.

Preferred: 1-3 years of healthcare experience in clinical dietetics and/or healthcare food service

Certification/Registration

Required: Both RD and LD status must remain effective and in current status. Current Registered Dietitian with State of Practice License or must be Registry eligible to obtain State of Practice License. Registry eligible candidates must complete registry requirements within the first six months of employment. Credentialing and NPI must also be completed within 6 months of hire.

Other Skills & Knowledge

Basic computer and office equipment skills.

Basic skills in software programs including Word, E-mail

Advanced presentations skills in PowerPoint or equivalent.

Advanced communicate skills in effectively communicating to patients, guests and co-workers.

Expert-level ability to utilize the full etiology assessment of the nutrition diagnosis

Expert-level critical thinking and clinical skills

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.