Flexible RDN: Nutrition Therapy & Wellness Advocate

Jimmy Jazz; Cherokee (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short term and long term disability

Retirement program

Tuition assistance

Funeral leave

Jury duty

Flex spending

EAP

Health and wellness program

Job summary

Cherokee Regional Medical Center in Cherokee, IA is seeking a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) to provide nutrition consultation and education for patients and their families at nutrition risk, identified by physicians or other providers for nutrition-related problems, prevention, or wellness.

The RDN collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to ensure nutrition needs are met, manages nutrition support when needed, and assists in discharge planning and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Dietetics or Nutrition is required.
• Licensed Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist in Iowa is required.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Preferred: 1+ year of healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical nutrition therapy and counseling to inpatients and outpatients.
• Complete nutritional assessments and coordinate education and menus.
• Participate in discharge planning and quality improvement efforts.
• Manage resources and assist with budget and policies.

Skills

Nutrition Care Process

Behavior change

Counseling skills

Interpersonal skills

Written & verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree in Dietetics or Nutrition

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Presentation software

Job description

Cherokee Regional Medical Center in Cherokee, IA is seeking a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) to provide nutrition consultation and education for patients and their families at nutrition risk, identified by physicians or other providers for nutrition-related problems, prevention, or wellness.

The RDN collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to ensure nutrition needs are met, manages nutrition support when needed, and assists in discharge planning and quality improvement initiatives.