Registered Dietitian

Encompass Health; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement opportunities

401(k) and employee stock purchase plans

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Job summary

A healthcare provider in North Charleston is seeking a dedicated dietitian to enhance patient wellness through personalized nutrition. In this role, you will assess patients' nutritional needs, develop dietary plans, and educate on healthy eating habits. Responsibilities include instructing on post-discharge diets and monitoring patients' nutritional status. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition, state licensure, and preferably one year of clinical experience. Join our mission to improve patient health in your community.

Qualifications

• Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• One year of clinical dietetics experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' nutritional needs.
• Develop and implement personalized dietary plans.
• Provide education on healthy eating habits.
• Instruct patients on post-discharge diets.
• Monitor patients' nutritional status.
• Communicate with physicians regarding patient care.
• Document information in medical records.

Skills

Nutritional assessment

Dietary planning

Patient education

Monitoring nutritional status

Communication with healthcare team

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition

State licensure

Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Job description

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.

Benefits

• 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!

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' nutritional needs.
• Develop and implement personalized dietary plans.
• Provide education on healthy eating habits.
• Instruct patients on post‑discharge diets and monitor their nutritional status.
• 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.