Neonatal Clinical Dietitian: MNT & Family Education

Hugh Chatham Health, Inc.; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus eligible

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking aRegistered Dietitian to assess and monitor nutritional status and tailor medical nutrition therapy for patients. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the care team to integrate nutrition into overall treatment plans.

The role emphasizes documentation, patient education, and mentoring dietetic interns, with opportunities to lead in-services and contribute to nutrition research dissemination.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian(Nutritionist) eligible or registered in good standing.
• Bachelor's degree in food and nutrition or related field; or Master's if CDR eligibility after Jan 1, 2024.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and monitors nutritional status and adjusts care.
• Provides medical nutrition therapy and counseling.
• Coordinates nutrition care with physicians and nurses.
• Completes documentation for care plans, assessments, and education.
• Educates patients and families; develops educational materials.
• Teaches and mentors dietetic interns and team members.

Skills

Nutrition assessment

Medical nutrition therapy

Interdisciplinary coordination

Patient education

Documentation skills

Teaching & mentoring

Education

Bachelors in Food & Nutrition

Masters in Nutrition

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking aRegistered Dietitian to assess and monitor nutritional status and tailor medical nutrition therapy for patients. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the care team to integrate nutrition into overall treatment plans.

The role emphasizes documentation, patient education, and mentoring dietetic interns, with opportunities to lead in-services and contribute to nutrition research dissemination.