Inpatient Dietitian — Evidence‑Based Clinical Nutrition

UofL Health, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health is seeking an Inpatient Registered Dietitian at Mary and Elizabeth Hospital in Louisville, KY. The role focuses on medical nutrition therapy for inpatients and outpatients per scope of assignment, following evidence-based guidelines.

The dietitian collaborates with a multidisciplinary team, supports quality outcomes, and provides education to patients, families, and staff while maintaining professional competency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred.
• CDR registration or eligible within 90 days of start date.
• Kentucky licensure or eligible for licensure.
• 1 year of RD experience in critical care preferred.
• Experience precepting students and continuing education.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical nutrition therapy using the nutrition care process.
• Identify and assess malnutrition and Nutrition-focused physical exams as applicable.
• Communicate with patients, families, and health professionals per evidence-based practice.
• Precept and supervise nutrition students/interns; maintain competency with continuing education.
• Maintain compliance with policies, HIPAA, and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Critical care nutrition

Nutrition education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree in nutrition/dietetics, public health, or education

CDR registration or eligible within 90 days

Kentucky licensure for dietitians

Job description

UofL Health is seeking an Inpatient Registered Dietitian at Mary and Elizabeth Hospital in Louisville, KY. The role focuses on medical nutrition therapy for inpatients and outpatients per scope of assignment, following evidence-based guidelines.

The dietitian collaborates with a multidisciplinary team, supports quality outcomes, and provides education to patients, families, and staff while maintaining professional competency.