Registered Dietitian

Corewell Health; Saint Joseph (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-demand pay

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Traditional and Roth retirement with 4

Retirement options with match

Job summary

Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital St Joseph is seeking a Registered Dietitian to provide direct patient care using the Nutrition Care Process, deliver nutrition interventions, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care.

The role includes supervising dietetic interns, maintaining records, and coordinating Medical Nutrition Therapy services across inpatient and outpatient populations. A strong background in dietetics and credentialing is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree exempted from Masters requirement by virtue of existing status prior to the Jan 1, 2024 Commission on Dietetic Registration update.
• Master’s Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field; master’s degree required when registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration is effective on or after Jan 1, 2024.
• CRT-Registered Dietitian (RD) - CDR Commission on Dietetic Registration 180 Days
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 1 Year Or
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 1 Year

Responsibilities

• Perform Nutrition Care Process and Nutrition Focused Physical Exam as appropriate for high quality patient care.
• Precepts and teaches dietetic interns and other students, such as medical students.
• Maintains clinical productivity standards and accurate record keeping of daily clinical activities.
• Confidently interacts with the interdisciplinary team to advocate for patient care and support a culture of nutrition.
• Coordinates services related to Medical Nutrition Therapy for patients.

Skills

Clinical dietetics

Patient care coordination

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in nutrition/dietetics

Master’s Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics

Registered Dietitian (RD) credential

Job description

Job Summary

A practitioner with a level of knowledge, skills and experience in dietetics practice necessary to be competent as a Registered Dietitian professional.
The Registered Dietitian’s primary responsibilities include direct patient care through application of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) including the completion of the nutrition assessment, determination of the nutrition diagnosis, developing nutrition focused, evidence based interventions (including the nutrition prescription, example: diet/feeding order; and coordinating services related to Medical Nutrition Therapy for patients) and nutrition monitoring and evaluation; and provides nutrition counseling and education for both inpatient and outpatient populations. Confidently and respectfully collaborates with patients and the interdisciplinary team to provide exceptional care. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and contributes to a culture that aims to provide safe, high quality care.

Essential Functions

• Competent RD requiring minimal supervision and self-leading skills to perform the duties and display the characteristics of a clinical professional. Identifies with and adheres to the code of ethics for the dietetics profession. Performs Nutrition Care Process and Nutrition Focused Physical Exam as appropriate for high quality patient care. Documents and maintains records according to the SOP for the RDN, legislation, regulations and organization policies. Precepts and teaches dietetic interns and other students, such as medical students.
• Maintains clinical productivity standards and accurate record keeping of daily clinical activities, including information for scheduling and billing.
• Confidently interacts with the interdisciplinary team to advocate for patient care and support a culture of nutrition.
• Coordinates services related to Medical Nutrition Therapy for patients.
• Contributes to and engages in improving department and organizational metrics.
• May engage in communication and interactions with the media on issues related to the focus area or other advanced clinical areas.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree exempted from Masters requirement by virtue of existing status prior to the Jan 1, 2024 Commission on Dietetic Registration update.
• Master’s Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field; master’s degree required when registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration is effective on or after Jan 1, 2024.
• A practitioner with a level of knowledge, skills and experience in dietetics practice necessary to be competent as a Registered Dietitian professional.
• CRT-Registered Dietitian (RD) - CDR Commission on Dietetic Registration 180 Days
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 1 Year Or
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 1 Year

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph

Department Name

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

Days Worked

Weekend Frequency

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.