Dietitian

SNEB; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking a Dietitian to join our team of professionals across inpatient rehabilitation hospitals and home health settings. The role focuses on patient-centered nutritional care to support recovery, education for patients and families, and collaboration with physicians and the care team.

The successful candidate holds an RD/RDN credential and licensed dietitian status as required by state regulations, with strong communication skills and a commitment to documenting

Qualifications

• RD/RDN credential required.
• Licensed Dietitian status per state regulations where applicable.
• Strong understanding of nutrition in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional needs and develop diet plans for patients.
• Consult with physicians to determine dietary needs and restrictions.
• Counsel patients and families on nutrition and food choices.
• Monitor and adjust meal plans based on patient progress.
• Educate patients and families on role of nutrition in recovery.
• Prepare reports on patient progress and participate in case reviews.
• Collaborate with care team to plan nutritional care.

Skills

Nutritional Counseling

Dietary Planning

Patient Education

Team Collaboration

Documentation

Excellent Communication

Education

Registered Dietitian (RD) / RDN

Licensed Dietitian

Job description

Encompass Health Corporation, a leader in integrated healthcare services, is seeking a dedicated Dietitian to join our team of professionals. Our facilities, spanning from inpatient rehabilitation hospitals to home health agencies, focus on providing the highest standard of patient-centered care. As a dietitian with Encompass Health, you will have the unique opportunity to impact lives both within facility-based settings and in patient homes, ensuring nutritional care that supports recovery and overall wellness.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional needs, diet restrictions, and current health plans to develop and implement dietary-care plans and provide nutritional counseling.
• Consult with physicians and health care personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of the patient.
• Advise patients and their families on nutritional principles, dietary plans and diet modifications, and food selection and preparation.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of meal plans, adjusting as needed based on patient progress and needs.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to plan and implement patient nutritional care.
• Educate patients and family members on the role of diet and nutrition in recovery and overall health.
• Prepare detailed reports on patient progress and participate in case reviews with healthcare team members.
• Strong understanding of nutrition and dietary needs in a healthcare setting.
• Excellent communication and counseling skills.
• Ability to develop and adhere to case-by-case nutritional plans.
• Proficiency in creating and maintaining patient documentation.
• Strong team collaboration skills, particularly in a healthcare environment.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance

Qualifications

Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential required.

Licensed Dietitian status as per state regulations where applicable.