Spring 2027 Start Dietitian Internship

Rogers Behavioral Health; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Health and wellness program

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Life/disability insurance

Job summary

Rogers Behavioral Health in Wisconsin seeks a Registered Dietitian Intern to deliver nutrition interventions via the Nutrition Care Process, with group and individual therapy tailored to patient needs. The program emphasizes culturally sensitive care and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities include nutrition screening, assessments, education on drug-nutrient interactions, and participation in multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Completed bachelor’s degree and enrolled in a Master’s program in Dietetics.
• Successful completion of Rogers onboarding training coursework prior to start.
• Formal training in management of aggressive patients (NCI) within 60 days of placement; annual re-certification.
• Successful completion of pre-placement background checks through Rogers system.
• Occupational health clearance from your provider is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide group and individual nutrition therapy via the Nutrition Care Process (NCP).
• Screen patients to identify those at nutritional risk via nursing assessment.
• Complete dietitian assessments on individuals according to risk level after screening.
• Provide individual nutrition therapy at a frequency necessary to meet patients’ needs.
• Provide meal/snack outings, grocery store tours, cooking groups, and life-skills groups as scheduled.
• Recommend transitional feedings (enteral to oral and vice-versa) and participate in the multidisciplinary team for nutrition therapies.
• Provide individualized drug/nutrient interaction education and adjust the IPOC as needed.

Education

Bachelor’s degree + enrolled in Master’s in Dietetics

Job description

Summary:
The Registered Dietitian Intern provides individual and group nutrition interventions based on evaluation of the patient, family, and significant others, while considering the individual's cultural, ethnic, and personal needs and preferences. The nutrition care plan is monitored and revised as necessary through an interdisciplinary process.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Per program description and in partnership with your university, this internship may include duties of cognitive behavioral therapies in addition to social services. Specific details of the experience will be developed by Rogers in collaboration with your university and may include the following:

• Provide group and individual nutrition therapy via the Nutrition Care Process (NCP).
• Screen patients to identify those patients at nutritional risk via nursing assessment.
• Complete dietitian assessments on individuals according to risk level following screening.
• Provide individual nutrition therapy at a frequency necessary to meet the needs of the patient.
• Provide meal/snack outings, grocery store tours, cooking groups, and life-skills groups as indicated by program schedule or the needs of patients.
• Recommend the need for transitional feedings (from enteral to oral intake and vice-versa) and participates in the multidisciplinary team that determines the appropriate administration of nutrition therapies and food.
• Provide individualized drug/nutrient interaction education as indicated and adjust the IPOC as needed.

Education/Training Requirements:

• Completed bachelor's degree and enrolled in a Master's degree program in Dietetics.
• Successful completion of all Rogers onboarding training coursework is required prior to start.
• Formal training in the management of aggressive patients (NCI) is required within sixty (60) days of date of placement. Annual re-certification is required and will be provided.
• Successful completion of pre-placement background checks through the Rogers system is required.
• Successful occupational health clearance from your provider is required

With a career at Rogers, you can look forward to a Total Rewards package of benefits, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your family
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee share program
• Life/disability insurance
• Flex spending accounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health and wellness program
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

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