Clinical Dietitian

Compass Group • Las Cruces, NM

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Morrison Healthcare is hiring a Clinical Dietitian at MountainView Regional Medical Center in Las Cruces, New Mexico, in an acute care setting. The role provides Medical Nutrition Therapy and education, partnering with a collaborative team to improve patient outcomes through evidence-based nutrition care. The schedule is Monday through Friday with rotating weekends. Salary starts at $60,000 and is negotiable based on experience.

The Clinical Dietitian performs comprehensive nutritional assessments, develops individualized care plans, and provides nutrition and lifestyle education to patients, families, staff, and the community. The role applies current research in accordance with the diet manual, company policies, and facility protocols; contributes to QAPI initiatives; collaborates with food service management to support patient satisfaction and service goals; and supports staff and dietetic interns through education and training as applicable.

Candidates must be a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist or eligible to take the CDR exam. A state dietitian license is required where applicable, or the candidate must be willing to obtain one. Healthcare experience is preferred, and new graduates with strong clinical training are encouraged to apply. The position offers ongoing education, professional resources, development and advancement opportunities, and autonomy to use clinical judgment with support available when needed.

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or eligible to take the CDR exam.
• Licensed Dietitian, or willing to obtain the required license in the state of practice, as applicable.
• Healthcare experience is preferred; new graduates with strong clinical training are encouraged to apply.

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare experience.
• Strong clinical training for new graduates.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop individualized care plans to promote recovery and improve health outcomes.
• Provide nutrition and lifestyle education to patients, families, staff, and the community.
• Apply current research in accordance with the diet manual, company policies, and facility protocols.
• Contribute to Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives to advance patient care and clinical excellence.
• Partner with the food service management team to support patient satisfaction and service goals.
• Support staff and dietetic interns through education and training, as applicable.

Benefits

• Education reimbursement for advanced learning.
• Career advancement programs tailored to RDNs.
• Financial rewards for obtaining specialty board certifications.
• Relocation assistance for moves of 50 or more miles, depending on location.
• Coverage of professional membership dues, CDR fees, and licensure fees.
• Free continuing education units through a nutrition education webinar series.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage.
• 401(k) and retirement plans.
• Flexible or paid time off and holiday pay, varying by site and state.
• Paid parental leave and personal leave.
• Shopping discounts and commuter benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program, flexible spending accounts, and health programs.
• Identity theft protection and pet insurance.
• Additional paid and/or unpaid time off benefits may be available in accordance with applicable laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed