Dietitian (Clinical)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Mishawaka, IN is seeking a full-performance Clinical Dietitian who serves as the medical nutrition expert.

You will apply evidence-based guidelines for patients with complex needs, coordinate care with providers, Veterans, caregivers, and the community, and collaborate with Food Operations to enhance the dining experience. The role involves conducting nutrition assessments using the NCP, developing and implementing MNT, documenting in ADIME, and providing

Qualifications

• ACEND accredited programs are required for dietitians.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments using the NCP and nutrition-focused physical exams.
• Experience coordinating care with healthcare teams and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive nutrition assessments using the Nutritional Care Process (NCP) to establish nutrition diagnoses and assess malnutrition risk.
• Develops and implements Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and monitors outcomes.
• Documents MNT in the medical record using the ADIME format.
• Coordinates with health care teams, Veterans, caregivers, and community partners to ensure quality care.
• Provides nutrition education/counseling and utilizes virtual care to improve access to care.

Skills

Nutrition assessment

Medical Nutrition Therapy

ADIME documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

ACEND accredited program

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

A full-performance Clinical Dietitian serves as the medical nutrition expert, working independently to apply evidence-based guidelines for patients with complex needs. They coordinate care with providers, Veterans, caregivers, and the community, use research and whole-health principles to improve outcomes, and collaborate with Food Operations to enhance the dining experience.

Key Responsibilities

This position involves a multi-grade career ladder. The major duties listed below represent the full performance level of GS-11. At the lower grade levels, you will perform assignments of a more limited scope and with less independence. You will progressively acquire the background necessary to perform at the full performance level of GS-11.

Promotion is at the discretion of the supervisor and is contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of higher-level work, and availability of funds. The duties of the Dietitian (Clinical) includes but is not limited to: Conducts comprehensive nutrition assessments using the Nutritional Care Process (NCP), including nutrition focused physical examinations, to establish a nutrition diagnosis and determine risk and/or degree of malnutrition.

Develops and implements Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to address the nutrition diagnosis, evaluates and monitors the effectiveness and outcomes of MNT interventions. Modifies the plan as needed to achieve positive patient outcomes. Calculates nutrient requirements and necessary diet restrictions or food and drug interactions tailoring the diet prescription to each individual patient.

Documents MNT in the medical record using the Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention, Monitoring, Evaluation (ADIME) format. Functions independently and accurately when record keeping. Identifies patients in need of nutritional support and recommends the appropriate mode of support and communicates appropriately with the health care team. Actively participates in formal and informal interdisciplinary team meetings.

Assesses educational needs and provides nutrition education/counseling for individuals and groups that is tailored to the Veteran(s). Utilizes virtual care technology to improve access to care. Ensures continuous improvement of safe and quality care of Veterans. Leads activities in the implementation of new initiatives. Uses data in the development of measures, data evaluation, and initiation of corrective actions.

Complies with The Joint Commission requirements and other accrediting agency standards to ensure safe and quality patient care. May perform other related duties. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 - 4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: PD99529S, PD99530S, and PD99531S Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level.

Requirements & Education

ACEND accredited programs are located on the ACEND website or at ACEND Accredited Programs Directory.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $50460 – $97087/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-28.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.