Registered Dietitian - Day Shift, $5K Sign-On, Full-Time

Vermilion Behavioral Health Systems; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Park Royal Behavioral Health Services is seeking a full-time Registered Dietitian to promote health and recovery within our behavioral health setting. The role emphasizes nutrition assessment, diet planning, patient counseling, and collaboration with the treatment team.

You will oversee menus, advise on dietary plans, and support patients with eating disorders and substance use considerations. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered, along with comprehensive health benefits and a strong professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition or similar field acceptable for licensure.
• Experience with Eating Disorders and Substance use strongly preferred in facilities working with those patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional needs, diet restrictions and health plans to develop dietary-care plans and provide counseling.
• Approve patient menus and nutritional supplements.
• Advise patients and families on nutrition, dietary plans and food choices.
• Provide nutritional assessments per facility policy and regulation.
• Review and approve facility menus annually with medical staff.
• Counsel individuals and groups on good nutrition and healthy eating habits.
• Consult with physicians to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions.
• Participate in treatment team as appropriate.
• Promote better health by speaking to groups about diet and nutrition.
• Monitor food service operations for conformance to standards.

Skills

Eating disorders

Substance use

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or Nutrition

Job description

Park Royal Behavioral Health Services is seeking a full-time Registered Dietitian to promote health and recovery within our behavioral health setting. The role emphasizes nutrition assessment, diet planning, patient counseling, and collaboration with the treatment team.

You will oversee menus, advise on dietary plans, and support patients with eating disorders and substance use considerations. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered, along with comprehensive health benefits and a strong professional