Registered Dietitian, Part-time

Jimmy Jazz; Mount Ayr (IA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO

HSAs/FSAs

IPERS Pension

EAPs

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Ringgold County Hospital is seeking a Registered Dietitian (RD) to join the Dietary team on a PRN basis. The majority of responsibilities can be completed remotely, with on-site presence required at least one day per month at Ringgold County Hospital.

Responsibilities include nutrition assessments, care plan development, education, and collaboration with medical staff to ensure nutrition care aligns with patient goals and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from ACEND-accredited dietitian program or equivalent.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) credential and ability to maintain registration and licensure.
• Knowledge of nutritional care planning and medical nutrition therapy.
• Knowledge of food service principles, including menu planning and sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' nutritional status and identify nutrient requirements.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate nutrition care plans.
• Monitor patient response and revise recommendations as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and dietetics to align with medical care.
• Provide nutrition education to patients, families, and staff.
• Support development and review of dietary department procedures and menus.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and hospital standards.
• Participate in quality improvement and committee activities.

Skills

RD credentials

Nutrition assessment

Nutrition care planning

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

HIPAA compliance

BLS certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in ACEND-accredited program

Registered Dietitian (RD) credential

Job description

• Location 504 North Cleveland Street,Mount Ayr, IA, 50854,United States
• Employee Type PRN

Contact information

• Name Human Resources
• Phone [phone]

Description

Ringgold County Hospital is seeking a Registered Dietitian (RD) to join our Dietary team on a PRN basis. This position offers a flexible work arrangement, with the majority of responsibilities able to be completed remotely and a minimum of one on-site day each month.

The Registered Dietitian is responsible for providing optimal nutrition care to patients by assessing nutritional status, identifying nutrient requirements, developing individualized nutrition care plans, monitoring the effectiveness of nutrition interventions, and making recommendations as needed. The RD serves as the hospital's nutrition expert and provides education and support to inpatients, outpatients, and community programs.

This position is expected to average approximately 8 hours per week, although hours may vary based on patient needs and hospital requirements.

• Assess patients' nutritional status and identify individual nutrient requirements.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nutrition care plans.
• Utilize the nutrition care planning process, including assessment, nutrition diagnosis, patient-centered goals, intervention, and evaluation.
• Monitor patients' response to nutrition interventions and revise recommendations as appropriate.
• Work cooperatively with physicians, medical staff, nursing, and Dietary Services to ensure nutrition care is consistent with the patient's medical care plan and physician orders.
• Provide nutrition education to patients, families, employees, and other program participants as appropriate.
• Serve as a nutrition resource and expert for hospital staff.
• Assist with the development and use of Dietary Department procedures related to food service activities, equipment, supplies, and nutrition services.
• Assist with the development and review of patient and cafeteria menus in collaboration with the Certified Dietary Manager (CDM).
• Provide education and support related to food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety.
• Monitor nutrition services to support compliance with applicable state and federal regulations and hospital standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and appropriate organizational, departmental, and facility meetings or committees.
• Review nutrition-related policies and procedures and assist with updates when changes in standards, regulations, or practices occur.
• Participate in internal and external meetings as appropriate to promote coordination and communication.
• Support the mission and ICARE values of Ringgold County Hospital.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This position is primarily remote; however, the RD will maintain regular communication with hospital leadership and clinical staff and will be required to work on-site at Ringgold County Hospital at least one day per month.

Additional on-site time may be requested based on patient care needs, meetings, quality initiatives, or other hospital needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an ACEND-accredited dietitian program or equivalent, consistent with applicable credentialing requirements.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) credential and ability to maintain applicable registration, licensure, certifications, and continuing education requirements.
• Knowledge of nutritional care planning and medical nutrition therapy.
• Knowledge of basic food service principles, including menu planning, food sanitation, and nutrition-related aspects of food service.
• Understanding of HIPAA regulations and the privacy of patient and employee information.
• Mandatory Reporter certification.
• Current BLS certification.
• Hospital or clinical dietitian experience preferred.

Summary

• Health Insurance: Coverage for medical, dental, and vision care.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) / Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs): Accounts for employees to set aside pre-tax money for medical expenses.
• IPERS: a pension plan for public employees in Iowa.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs): Confidential counseling and referral services for work-life issues.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Assistance with education costs or professional certification.
• Professional Development: Access to training, conferences, or mentorship programs.
• Life Insurance: Provides a death benefit to beneficiaries.
• Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term coverage for illness or injury.
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance: Pays benefits in case of accidents resulting in death or disability.

Ringgold County Hospital

Services provided by our 16-bed critical access hospital have expanded far beyond inpatient care. We now provide same-day outpatient surgeries, infusion therapy, cardiopulmonary rehab, physical therapy, sleep studies, medical imaging, and more.

The hospital also owns and operates the Ringgold County Ambulance Service and the Mount Ayr Medical Clinic. We also regularly host specialty outpatient clinics, so our patients have access to thespecialist care they need, when and where they need it. We are continually adding new services and equipment as resources permit, so we can continue to serve as your partner in health.

Mount Ayr Medical Clinicis ourrural health clinic located within Ringgold County Hospital. The current facilities were built in 2009 and features modern, large, and spacious. The physicians at Mount Ayr Medical Clinic treat patients of all ages between the hours of 7 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday. The clinic also functions much like an urgent care facility, treating those without life-threatening symptoms but who require immediate medical attention.

Community

Mount Ayr is located near the Iowa - Missouri border and is the county seat of Ringgold County, Iowa. Surrounding communities include Diagonal, Kellerton, Tingley, Ellston, Beaconsfield, Redding, Delphos, Maloy, Sun Valley Lake, and Benton.

Ringgold County is a popular destination for hunters and anyone who enjoys the outdoors. Local parks, museums, and lakes provide a wide range of recreational opportunities. In the Mount Ayr area, you can fish, boat, cross-country ski, run trails, and more. The City of Mount Ayr welcomes you to explore the Lucky Lanes bowling alley, Princess Theater, Judge Lewis Park and its outdoor swimming pool, Mount Ayr Golf & Country Club, and several county parks. There are many shops and restaurants that appeal to a variety of tastes and interests located close to the town square business district.

To ensure compliance with our company policies and regulatory requirements. Successful completion of a drug and alcohol screen is a mandatory condition of employment.

Ringgold County Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

English: If you speak a language other than English, language assistance services are available to you free of charge. Call 1-641-464-3226.