Registered Dietitian- Hospital Inpatient

Southcoast Health; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 44,083 - 60,614; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Southcoast Health in Fall River, MA, seeks a Registered Dietitian – Inpatient to direct nutritional care for patients within the interdisciplinary team. You will screen for nutritional risks, assess status, and provide education to patients and families on a day shift with weekend rotation.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, is registered with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and can obtain order-writing privileges within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition from an accredited program with supervised experience.
• Registered by the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.
• Ability to obtain order writing privileges within 6 months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct nutritional care for patients on assigned units as part of the interdisciplinary team.
• Screen patients for nutritional risks and assess nutritional status.
• Provide education to patients and families about nutrition and care.

Skills

Nutritional assessment

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Healthcare compliance

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition

Job description

Position Overview

Community Focused. Care Driven. Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission – it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it.

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world‑class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.

We are searching for a talented Registered Dietitian – Inpatient. Hours: 40hrs. Shift: Day shift with weekend and holiday rotation; 7:00 am – 3:30 pm. Location: Charlton Memorial Hospital – Fall River, MA.

A Career At Southcoast Health Offers You

• A culture of well‑being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Generous Earned Time Off Package
• Employee Well‑being Program
• 403B Retirement Plan with company match
• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training
• Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

Under direction of the Team Leader Inpatient Nutrition or designee, perform diversified duties as a member of the interdisciplinary team involving directing nutritional care for patients on various assigned nursing units. Screen patients for nutritional risks, assess patient nutritional status, provide teaching to patients and families, etc.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition with an accredited program of supervised experience is required.
• Registration by the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetic.
• Must obtain order writing privileges within 6 months of hire.
• One (1) year of experience is preferred.
• Proof of application for state licensure from the Division of Professional Licensure is required prior to hire.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID‑19 virus or be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.
• Compensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.

Pay Range

USD $32.64 – $44.11 /hr.