Registered Dietitian -Hospital Inpatient

Southcoast Health System; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits

Generous Earned Time Off Package

403B Retirement Plan with company match

Tuition assistance

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Southcoast Health System is seeking a Registered Dietitian for the Charlton Memorial Hospital in Fall River, MA. The role involves directing nutritional care for patients, performing nutritional assessments, and providing education.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and is registered by the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics. Benefits include competitive pay, generous PTO, and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition is required.
• Registration with the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.
• One year of relevant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct nutritional care for patients in assigned nursing units.
• Screen and assess patients for nutritional risks.
• Provide nutritional teaching to patients and families.

Skills

Nutritional assessment and care

Patient education

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition

Registered by the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics

Job description

Registered Dietitian – Inpatient

Location: Charlton Memorial Hospital – Fall River, MA

Hours: 40 hrs per week

Shift: Day shift with weekend and holiday rotation; 8:00am – 4:30pm

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, and other related duties.

Qualifications & Requirements

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

Benefits

• A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the diverse communities we serve.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous Earned Time Off Package (available to regular status employees scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours).
• Employee Wellbeing Program.
• 403B Retirement Plan with company match.
• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs.
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training.

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.