Registered Dietitian RD — Launching a New Rehab Hospital

Lifepoint Health, Inc.; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and视ion

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement with company match

Well-being programs

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Denton, part of Lifepoint Health, is opening a brand-new 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation facility. The Dietitian will approve menus, perform nutritional assessments, and counsel patients and families on dietary plans and nutrition principles.

The role supports the Dietary Services team, ensures adherence to standards, and contributes to comprehensive patient care plans as the new hospital opens in spring 2027.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of three (3) years dietary experience in a health care facility with concentration in nutritional assessment and planning.
• Current Registration with the American Dietetic Association (RD or RDN) or similar licensure per state of practice required

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients and family members concerning dietary needs and goals.
• Coordinate Dietary Services with JCAHO standards for food service and assist Dietary Manager as needed.
• Plan modified diets for patients as requested by attending physician/licensed practitioner.
• Perform nutritional assessments in a timely manner and document patient care.
• Review charts to determine need for nutritional assessments and update plans as changes occur

Skills

Dietary planning

Patient counseling

Nutritional assessments

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Job description

Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Denton, part of Lifepoint Health, is opening a brand-new 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation facility. The Dietitian will approve menus, perform nutritional assessments, and counsel patients and families on dietary plans and nutrition principles.

The role supports the Dietary Services team, ensures adherence to standards, and contributes to comprehensive patient care plans as the new hospital opens in spring 2027.