Dietitian

Allina Health; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Support

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Allina Health seeks a registered dietitian to provide medical nutrition therapy and nutrition education for inpatients, outpatients, and staff across Minnesota and western Wisconsin.

You will assess nutritional status, create individualized care plans, and educate patients and groups while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition Services or Dietetics with ACEND‑accredited supervised practice.
• RD credential within 90 days of hire; MN/WI licensure within 90 days; Wisconsin CD for inpatient Dietitians within 90 days.
• March 31, 2026: Wisconsin CD required for Wisconsin residents
• Certified Diabetes Educator preferred; CNSD preferred
• Driver’s license required; obtain within 60 days if providing services in MN/WI

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized nutrition care plans for medically unstable patients of all ages.
• Assess needs and deliver nutrition counseling for varied medical conditions.
• Use nutrition screens/assessment tools to address needs.
• Develop therapeutic plans for specialized nutrition support (enteral/parenteral).
• Identify resources for follow-up nutrition care.
• Collaborate with health team, patients and families.
• Document patient information in EMR.
• Coordinate internship learning goals and supervise experiences.
• Provide nutrition education to hospital groups and community.
• Support patient treatment goals through education materials and protocols.

Skills

Nutrition education

Medical nutrition therapy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EMR documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition Services or Dietetics

ACEND-accredited supervised practice

Registered Dietitian (RD)

MN/WI Dietetics license within 90 days

CD (Wisconsin) within 90 days (inpatient Dietitians)

CNSD preferred

Driver’s License

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Location Address: 2800 10th Ave Receiving Dock Minneapolis, MN 55407-1311 Date Posted: September 21, 2026 Department: 62791505 LiveWell Center Shift: Day (United States of America) Shift Length: Variable shift length Hours Per Week: 0 Union Contract: Non-Union-NCT Weekend Rotation: None

Job Summary

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details

• Casual position Day shifts - Hours are typically between 7:30a-4p (but can be a little flexible). No weekends
• Provide nutrition consultations to employees and community members for healthy lifestyle and weight management needs
• Teach a live, online Weight Management Program
• Conduct Body Gem resting metabolism testing.
• Provide lunch and learns and webinars
• Create informational materials for nutrition
• Work collaboratively with an integrated wellness team of exercise physiologists, nutritionists and wellbeing coaches.

Job Description

Plans, directs and provides medical nutrition therapy to inpatients, outpatients and staff within the community. Assesses nutritional status and provides individualized nutrition care plans and education from the analysis of the medical record and patient information. Provides nutrition education within the organization and community.

Principle Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Develops individualized nutrition care plans for medically unstable patients of all ages.
• Assesses need for, delivers and evaluates effect of nutrition counseling for clients of varying medical problems.
• Utilizes nutrition screens/assessment tools to address identified needs for patients.
• May require development of therapeutic plans for specialized nutrition support, including enteral and parenteral nutrition.
• Assesses needs and identifies designated resources to initiate follow-up nutrition care.
• Works in collaboration with health team members, patients and families in the care process.
• Documents patient information and communication in the electronic medical record.

Nutrition Education

• Coordinates work experiences for internship learning goals, monitors and evaluates progress.
• Provides nutrition education to hospital support groups and the community.
• Provides education follow-up to align with patient treatment goals.
• May assist in developing and revising patient education materials and protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition Services or Dietetics, and successful completion of an Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) accredited and supervised practice program
• Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy
• Registered Dietitian credential (RD) through the Commission on Dietetic Registration within 90 days of hire required, and License (LD) through the Minnesota Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Practice within 90 days of hire required, and Certification (CD) with Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (inpatient Dietitians only) within 90 days of hire.
• Current employees must obtain their CD with Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services by March 31, 2026
• Certified Diabetes Educator - National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators preferred upon hire
• Certified Nutrition Support Dietitian (CNSD) upon hire preferred
• Valid Driver’s License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment if providing services for Home Care and Hospice

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years experience working in a healthcare setting

Pay Range

Pay Range: $29.31 to $40.17 per hour The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Physical Demands

Sedentary: Lifting weight up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently

Benefits

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support
• Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer *Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union. People at Allina Health have a career of making a difference in the lives of the millions of patients we see each year at our 90+ clinics, 12 hospitals and through a wide variety of specialty care services in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. We’re a not-for-profit organization committed to enriching your career by providing ongoing training, competitive compensation, support for work-life balance and ways to give back to the communities we serve. Join our team of 27,000+ employees – your career opportunities are limitless!

Diversity & Equal Opportunity

Allina Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

E-Verify

Allina Health is an E-Verify Employer

Allina Health complies with federal requirements to verify the employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Allina Health is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to records available from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization. An E-Verify case must be created no later than the third business day after the employee starts work for pay. All Forms I-9 must be completed and received by the Office of Human Resources accordingly. For more information, link to: Right to Work Poster (e-verify.gov)