Registered Dietitian, BILH at Home | Per Diem M-F

Northeast Professional Registry Of Nurses; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health at Home is seeking a Nutritionist to provide in-home nutrition services and education to patients. The role involves making regular home visits, assessing nutritional needs, and guiding staff and caregivers as part of the patient's overall medical plan.

The position requires a BS in Health Science, RD licensure, and preferred 2+ years in community health. Documentation is via EMR, and the role collaborates with the home health care team.

Qualifications

• RD with active licensure and registration
• Two years of community health experience preferred
• Strong observation and problem-solving skills; excellent verbal and written communication

Responsibilities

• Make home visits to clients in designated territories.
• Provide nutrition services in home as prescribed by physician.
• Educate staff, clients, and caregivers on dietetics.
• Assess and counsel on medical nutrition therapy for prevention and disease management.
• Document clinical treatment in EMR.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

Observation & problem-solving

Verbal & written communication

Autonomy

Education

B.S. Health Science

Registered Dietitian (RD)

Tools

EMR (Electronic Medical Records)

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. The Nutritionist provides Home Care visits to patients with nutritional needs and serves as a resource to staff on specific patient nutritional issues related to the overall medical plan of care.

Job Description: Beth Israel Lahey Health at Home - Rockingham County, NH Schedule - Per Diem, M-F

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Making home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
• Provide direct nutrition services in the home when prescribed by a physician for patients.
• Planning, organizing, and conducting dietetic education for our staff, clients, and caregivers.
• Assessing, developing, and counseling clients and families on medical nutrition therapy for preventative care and disease management.
• Providing reliable, objective information and education to individuals and families in a home health care setting.
• Translating the latest scientific findings and information so that it is easy for our staff, clients, and caregivers to understand and put into practice.
• Thorough documentation of clinical treatment through use of electronic medical records.
• Ability to function as a member of the home health care team with expertise in nutritional care and provide consultation and guidance on personal nutrition or dietary problems to staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: B.S. Degree in Health Science.
• Licensure, Certification & Registration: Registered Dietitian with National Commission on Dietetic Registration Has an active American Health Association BLS. If no American Heart Association BLS the employee must complete an annual BILHAH BLS Competency. No other forms of BLS will be accepted.
• Experience: A minimum of two years in Community Health experience preferred.
• Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Demonstrates excellent observation and problem solving/critical-thinking skills. Well-developed verbal and written communication skills; essential computer skills to work with EMR. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order. Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision. Shows strong ability to organize and prioritize workload independent.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $30.00 - $44.58 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting your patients, we take care of you.