Registered Dietitian

Northfield Hospital + Clinics; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential pay

ESST (Sick Time)

PERA pension with 7.5% match

Optional 457(b) retirement plans

Loan forgiveness eligibility – PSLF &

Certifications + continuing education

On-site parking

Bilingual staff program

Employee assistance program

Discounts on cafeteria, scrubs, OTC

Job summary

Northfield Hospital + Clinics seeks a Registered Dietitian to assess patients’ nutritional status, develop and monitor targeted therapies, and support patients across all ages from infants to geriatrics.

The position emphasizes accurate assessment, care planning, documentation, and collaboration with medical teams. It involves education for patients, staff, and the community, with responsibilities ranging from screening to discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field required.
• Completion of an accredited dietetic internship or supervised practice meeting eligibility for the national registration exam.
• Current Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential through the CDR.
• Minnesota Dietitian License or eligibility for Minnesota licensure.
• Two years of clinical dietetics experience preferred, including diabetes education and nutrition support.
• CDCES credential preferred.
• CNSC credential preferred.
• Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient’s nutritional status and screen for risks.
• Plan and coordinate patient care with physicians and care teams.
• Implement nutrition therapy and monitor outcomes.
• Document patient response and adjust plans as needed.
• Educate patients, families, and staff about nutrition and treatment.
• Assist in discharge planning and patient education.
• Maintain current evidence-based nutrition policies and practices.

Skills

Clinical dietetics experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field

Completion of accredited dietetic internship or supervised practice

Current RD/RDN credential from CDR

Minnesota Dietitian License or eligibility

Two years of clinical dietetics experience preferred (diabetes education)

CDCES credential preferred

CNSC credential preferred

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics membership preferred

Job description

Summary

Assesses patient/resident nutritional status. Develops, implements and monitors appropriate therapies indicated by nutritional risks/nutritional status. This position serves patients of all ages, from infant to geriatric.

Title

Registered Dietitian

Summary

Assesses patient/resident nutritional status. Develops, implements and monitors appropriate therapies indicated by nutritional risks/nutritional status. This position serves patients of all ages, from infant to geriatric.

Compensation

We are committed to providing compensation information for all open positions. The wage range for this position is $30.00—$42.35 per hour. Compensation is determined based on experience, education, and internal equity considerations.

Key Accountabilities

Patient assessment

• Assesses the patient’s nutritional status and screen for potential risks, complying with Medicare regulations when appropriate.
• Ascertain patient diet history, anthropometrics, and pertinent lab values. Estimates macronutrient need based on basal energy expenditure (BEE), oral, anabolic, enteral, parenteral and degree of metabolic stress.

Patient care planning

• Uses professional judgment and critical thinking to prepare, prioritize and execute the patient’s plan of care consistent with patient assessment data and physician’s treatment plans and professional standards of evidence-based practice.
• Directs and delegates nutritional support personnel in implementing a nutritional plan of care, provides supervision and guidance.
• Participates in patient discharge planning and care conference meetings communicating care issues.

Patient interventions

• Implements appropriate feeding modality, diet or nutrition support (enteral, parenteral, etc.). Monitors patient response to daily nutritional intake, noting preferences and special needs, making appropriate recommendations for nutritional intervention as necessary.
• May assist in planning patient menus and/or menu modification according to the approved diet manual.

Evaluation of care

• Evaluates and documents patient’s response to nutritional care and modifies or revises treatment plans, and/or contacts physicians as circumstances require.
• Documentation reflects evaluation of patient/response to dietician nutritionist actions.

Provides patient/community/staff education

• Provides and documents patient/family education based on diagnosis, treatment plan or prescribed medical regimen in accordance with patient/family readiness and ability to learn.
• Educate or assist in training of NH+C medical, nursing and general staff; health care students and community-based on nutritional care needs.
• Act as an advocate and liaison with nursing, medical and other interdisciplinary staff to provide optimal communication and enhance patient nutritional care and education.
• Extends nutritional education to the community setting.

Billing

• Responsible for compiling and assessing patient charges as appropriate

Clinical Practice Knowledge

• Maintain clinical nutrition policies based on latest evidence-based practice

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Completion of an accredited dietetic internship, coordinated program, graduate program, or other approved supervised practice program that meets the eligibility requirements for the national registration examination.
• Current Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Current Minnesota Dietitian License, or eligibility for Minnesota licensure.
• Complete required de-escalation and crisis prevention training upon hire and on an annual basis, including adherence to NH+C reporting standards, preparedness protocols, and response procedures.
• Workplace Violence education in New Employee Orientation and annually thereafter
• Two years of clinical dietetics experience preferred, including experience providing diabetes education and nutrition support.
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) credential preferred.
• Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) credential preferred.
• Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics preferred.

Schedule

• Casual/Call position with varying weekdays and shifts based on department needs
• Monday–Friday, with typical clinic hours of 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
• Days and hours will vary based on staffing needs and scheduling requirements

Benefits

• Eligible for Shift Differential Pay in addition to base wage
• Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST) accrued on first paycheck
• Pension Plan (PERA) with 7.5% employer match
• Optional 457(b) Retirement Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Eligibility – PSLF + MN state programs for qualifying roles
• Employer-Provided Certifications + Continuing Education
• Additional perks: Free On-Site Parking, Qualified Bilingual Staff Program, Employee Assistance Program, and discounts on cafeteria, scrubs, and OTC pharmacy items

About Us

Northfield Hospital + Clinics is a trusted, independent healthcare system with more than 1,000 employees. We’re recognized for our collaborative work environment and strong commitment to high-quality patient care and community impact. We’re proud to be named to Becker’s 2025 list of "100 Great Community Hospitals." Our services span the full spectrum of hospital and clinical care, with our main hospital located in Northfield, MN, and primary and specialty clinics in Northfield, Lakeville, Farmington, Faribault, and Kenyon—along with Urgent Care locations in Northfield, Lakeville, and Farmington. We offer care across 48 specialties and serve patients at 22 locations throughout the south metro and southern Minnesota.

Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find meaningful opportunities, supportive teams, and a chance to make a real difference here.

• This posting is not a complete list of duties or responsibilities. Job functions, schedules, and terms of employment may change in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and agreements.