Dietitian

AHS Allina Health System; United States; On-site; USD 49,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement Savings Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system delivering care across Minnesota and western Wisconsin. The Nutrition Services team plans and provides medical nutrition therapy for inpatients, outpatients, and staff, with individualized care plans and education for patients and the community.

The role emphasizes collaboration with health team members, ongoing quality improvement, and flexible coverage for day shifts and occasional weekends as part of a 0.0 FTE casual position at the St Francis

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition Services or Dietetics with ACEND-accredited supervised practice.
• Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs and provides medical nutrition therapy to inpatients, outpatients and staff.
• Assesses nutritional status and creates individualized nutrition care plans.
• Provides nutrition education within the organization and community.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition Services or Dietetics

Job description

Location Address: 1455 Saint Francis Ave Shakopee, MN 55379-3374 Date Posted: October 30, 2026 Department: 46009920 St Francis Outpatient Clinic Shift: Day (United States of America) Shift Length: 8 hour shift Hours Per Week: 0 Union Contract: MNA-11-St Francis Clinical Professionals-RSF Weekend Rotation: Occasional

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 (0.0 FTE) position 8-hour day shifts Occasional weekends

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.

Quality Improvement

Develops, participates in and reports quality improvement activities. Attends conferences and workshops. Incorporates current research into practice.

Department leadership and management

Organizes, implements and delegates department duties. Develops and implements policies and procedures. Maintains effective and timely communications throughout the department. Recommends space, resources and staff needs to management. Works in collaboration with other departments.

Nutrition Education

Coordinates work experiences for internship learning goals, monitors and evaluates progress. Provides nutrition education to hospital support groups and the community. Evaluates and utilizes nutrition education materials.

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

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years experience working in a healthcare setting
• Licenses/Certifications Registered Dietitian credential (RD) through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (or RD eligible and passing exam within 90 days of hire) and License (LD) through the Minnesota Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Practice within 90 days of hire required

Physical Demands

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

Pay Range

Pay Range Pay Range: $35.92 to $50.04 per hour The pay described reflects the base hourly 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. Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work. Benefits include:

• 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

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere for our employees, patients, and community. 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) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish