Dietitian

SNEB; Alabama; In loco; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Affordable medical, dental, and vision

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) and employee stock purchase

Flexible spending accounts

Inclusive, supportive culture

Descrizione del lavoro

Encompass Health seeks a dedicated Dietitian to promote health through personalized nutrition plans in our inpatient setting. You will assess patients' nutritional needs, develop dietary plans, and educate on healthy eating, including post-discharge diets.

In this role you will monitor nutritional status and collaborate with the care team to optimize outcomes. Join a national inpatient rehabilitation leader with recognized awards and a focus on compassionate care.

Competenze

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Food & Nutrition required.
• State licensure required to practice as a dietitian.
• Registered dietitian credentials preferred depending on role.
• Strong communication and education skills for patient counseling.
• Experience in clinical dietetics is advantageous.
• Ability to develop and adjust nutritional plans with physician orders.
• Familiarity with documenting in medical records.

Mansioni

• Counsel patients per physician orders and diet instruction.
• Collaborate with physicians and other care team members.
• Evaluate referral orders for adequacy of nutrition intake methods.
• Document pertinent information in the patient’s medical record.
• Implement nutritional care plans and adapt menus for patient needs.
• Conduct calorie counts and provide appropriate recommendations.
• Review, revise, and sign menus for nutritional adequacy.

Conoscenze

Communication with patients

Team collaboration

Documentation

Clinical dietetics knowledge

Formazione

Bachelor's or higher degree in Food & Nutrition

State licensure

Descrizione del lavoro

Dietitian Career Opportunity

Appreciated for your Dietitian Skills
Are you a dedicated dietitian in search of a career that feels close to home and heart? As a dietitian at Encompass Health, you'll play a crucial role in promoting health and wellness through personalized nutrition plans. Your responsibilities will include assessing patients' nutritional needs, developing and implementing dietary plans, and providing education on healthy eating habits. In this role, you will instruct patients on post-discharge diets and monitor their nutritional status . If you're passionate about making a positive impact on individuals' lives through nutrition and are seeking a rewarding career that aligns with your values, consider joining us on our mission to enhance the well-being of the patients we serve in your community.

A Glimpse into Our World
At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Working with us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. Our achievements include being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the "Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award", among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.

Starting Perks and Benefits

At Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive. From day one , you will have access to:

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!

Become the Dietitian you always wanted to be

• Communicate with and counsel patients per physician orders and diet instruction.
• Communicate with physicians and other involved disciplines in patient care.
• Evaluate referral orders to determine adequacy of nutrition intake methods.
• Document pertinent information in the patient's medical record according to established standards.
• Implement nutritional care plans, adapt menus, and assist patients with special dietary needs.
• Conduct calorie counts and make appropriate recommendations.
• Review, revise, and sign off menus for nutritional adequacy.

Qualifications

• Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association
• State licensure required.
• Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics preferred.
• Bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited institution with a major in Food & Nutrition.
• One year of Clinical Dietetics experience preferred.

The Encompass Health Way

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!

At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.