Registered Dietitian

Nmc-Health-; Newton (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Nmc-Health- in Newton, KS is seeking a Registered Dietitian to manage patient nutrition in the Emergency Department. You will develop core meal plans for general patients, counsel patients, and document daily care as part of a structured clinical workflow.

This role emphasizes teamwork with the care team, nutrition assessment, and personalized dietary plans for patients with general and special dietary needs. Licensure and ACEND credentials are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or related field.
• ACEND-accredited didactic program in dietetics required.
• 1 year of healthcare experience preferred.
• Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian (CDR) and KS licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Develop core meal plans for general patients and special requests.
• Counsel patients and document daily care.
• Assess nutrition and create targeted dietary plans for malnourished or goal-oriented patients.
• Oversee daily documentation by aides and management.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Food science knowledge

Motivation others

Dietetics knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics

ACEND-accredited program

Job description

Registered Dietitian (Full Time)
Location: Emergency Department (ED) - 600 Medical Center Drive, Newton, KS 67114
Category: FOOD & NUTRITION

Position Summary:As our Dietitian, you will manage patient nutritional care through structured planning, counseling, and daily documentation. You will develop core meal plans for general patients, special requests, and critical needs. Using your analytical skills, you will assess nutrition and create targeted solutions for malnourished patients or those with specific dietary goals.

Beyond meal planning, you will serve as a counselor to help sustain patient morale. You will also oversee routine daily documentation from aides and management. By carefully tracking what has or hasnt worked for each individual, you will ensure you provide the proper meals for their ongoing care.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or related field
• Completed a didactic program in dietetics accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), formerly known as the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetic Education (CADE) required

Experience:

• One (1) year of healthcare experience preferred

Knowledge & Skills:

• Ability to work with teammates
• Keen interest in the impact of diet on health
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Communication skills, including the ability to explain complex things simply
• An understanding of food science
• Able to motivate others

Licensure:

• Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
• Licensed by the KS State Dietetics Licensing/Credentialing Board