Dietitian | University | PRN

1200 MH-Memphis Hospitals; Collierville (TN); Presencial; USD 50 000 - 70 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

1200 MH-Memphis Hospitals is looking for a Registered Dietitian to formulate and implement nutrition therapy for patients with obesity and diabetes. The role includes collaborating with healthcare teams and providing nutrition education.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, experience in the field, and possess the necessary state licenses. Skills in communication, critical thinking, and knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process are essential.

Qualificações

• 1-3 years of work experience; Registered Dietitian required for Dialysis duties.
• Mississippi and Tennessee Dietitian/Nutritionist licenses required.

Responsabilidades

• Provide the Nutrition Care Process.
• Implement plan of care and work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Counsel, educate, and communicate with patients and caregivers.

Conhecimentos

Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process

Critical thinking and decision-making

Effective communication

Ability to educate

General knowledge of software

Formação académica

Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics or Food and Nutrition

Master’s Degree in Dietetics or Food and Nutrition

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Position Overview

Formulate and implement optimal nutrition therapy and evaluate outcomes for assigned patients. Coordinate nutritional care with other disciplines and provide nutrition education to medical and surgical patients with obesity and diabetes. Serve as a role model aligned with the organization’s mission, vision and values.

Responsibilities

• Provide the Nutrition Care Process.
• Implement plan of care and work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Counsel, educate, and communicate with patients and caregivers appropriately.
• Demonstrate professional development and leadership.
• Conduct performance measurement and quality improvement activities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics or Food and Nutrition.
• Master’s Degree in Dietetics or Food and Nutrition preferred.
• 1‑3 years of work experience; Registered Dietitian required for Dialysis duties.

Licenses & Certifications

• Mississippi Dietitian/Nutritionist – Mississippi State Department of Health.
• Tennessee Dietitian/Nutritionist – Tennessee Board of Dietitians/Nutritionist Examiners.
• Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist – Commission on Dietetic Registration.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps.
• Comprehensive knowledge of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy.
• Critical thinking, decision making, problem solving and collaboration skills.
• Effective communication in both written and verbal formats for patients, caregivers, hospital staff and physicians.
• Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units.
• Ability to counsel and educate others.
• General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing and spreadsheet software.

Physical Demands

The role may include climbing, pushing, standing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. The associate may exert up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. Close visual acuity is required for data analysis, transcribing and computer use. Tasks are performed under general office or administrative conditions with minimal exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

Work Environment

The associate works in a general office or clinical setting, collaborating with healthcare teams and patients within the organization.