CLINICAL DIETITIAN-NICU AND INPATIENT MALNUTRITION

Compass Group • Fort Smith, AR

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About The Position

Take the next step in your career with Morrison Healthcare as a CLINICAL DIETITIAN-NICU AND INPATIENT MALNUTRITION in Fort Smith, AR! The position is located at Morrison Healthcare at Mercy Health in an Acute Care setting, with a schedule of Monday-Friday and a rotating weekend schedule. The role involves working in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) as well as general inpatient clinical responsibilities, requiring collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to provide specialized nutrition care for premature and critically ill neonates. The dietitian will also play a key role in identifying and managing adult malnutrition across hospital units, contributing to quality improvement initiatives and ensuring compliance with evidence-based clinical guidelines and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Licensed by the State Dietetics Licensing/Credentialing Board, in states where required.
• One (1) year of hospital experience, preferred.
• Possess the necessary skills to effectively utilize Microsoft office applications, electronic medical record & diet office systems, and nutrient analysis programming.

Responsibilities

• Provides medical nutrition therapy including nutrition assessment, diet modification, nutrition education, and intervention for the patient population.
• Follows all guidelines as outlined within the Company Diet Manual and the Clinical Nutrition Policies & Procedures Manual.
• Complies with all regulatory standards to include federal, state, and accrediting agencies while adhering to facility confidentiality, HIPAA regulations, and patient rights policies.
• Trains and mentors patient services staff and interns as applicable.
• Participates in patient satisfaction programs, departmental meetings, and facility wide Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement programs.

Benefits

• Education Reimbursement - Financial support for advanced learning.
• Career Advancement - Growth programs tailored to RDNs.
• Board Certifications - Financial rewards for obtaining specialty certifications.
• Relocation Assistance - Support when moving 50+ miles (based on location).
• Professional Membership Dues, CDR, & Licensure Coverage - We cover your professional fees.
• Free CEUs - Through our nutrition education webinar series.
• Health & Wellness - Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family.
• Financial Security - Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage.
• Retirement Ready - 401(k) and retirement plans to invest in your future.
• Time Off - Flexible/Paid Time Off and holiday pay (varies by site/state), Paid Parental Leave, Personal Leave.
• Exclusive Perks - Shopping discounts, commuter benefits, and more.
• Wellness & Support - Employee Assistance Program, FSAs, and health programs.
• Protection Plans - Identity Theft Protection and pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree