Dietitian - PRN
About The Position
Lancaster Behavioral Health Hospital (LBHH) is a 126-bed, inpatient psychiatric hospital and start-up joint venture between Lancaster General Health/Penn Medicine and Universal Health Services. In addition to a general adult unit and dedicated adolescent unit, the facility offers services for treating those with co-occurring disorders on the psychiatric-medical unit, an intensive adult unit to care for those with severe conditions, as well as a women’s trauma unit. Registered Dietitians are responsible for completing the following duties and tasks: Provides nutrition-related expertise in the interdisciplinary treatment management of patients Demonstrates analytical skills for assessments, and critical thinking skills for appropriate decision making Implements the nutrition care plan and documents in ADIME format within the electronic medical records system Provides nutrition education programing to patients demonstrating excellent communication skills and strong nutrition counseling skills What do our current staff value at LBHH? An environment that puts patient care first. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities. Supportive and responsive leadership. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. What’s in it for me? Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans Robust tuition reimbursement 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! An opportunity to make a difference every single day.
Requirements
- Licensure: Must be licensed as a Dietitian-Nutritionist (LDN) through the Commonwealth of PA
- Registration: Must be credentialed as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition required.
- Experience: One year prior clinical dietitian experience in a healthcare environment preferred.
- Ability to work weekends
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Prior work with behavioral health population strongly desired.
Responsibilities
- Provides nutrition-related expertise in the interdisciplinary treatment management of patients
- Demonstrates analytical skills for assessments, and critical thinking skills for appropriate decision making
- Implements the nutrition care plan and documents in ADIME format within the electronic medical records system
- Provides nutrition education programing to patients demonstrating excellent communication skills and strong nutrition counseling skills
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- Robust tuition reimbursement
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
