Dietitian - Registered

Henry Ford Health•Jackson, MI

About The Position

Acts as a nutritional consultant and resource to members of the health care team. Provides comprehensive nutritional care to patients, families, and associates, including assessment, Nutrition Diagnosis, care-plan implementation, counseling, education, and evaluation of outcomes. Coordinates education programs and seminars on nutritional topics. Responsibilities include comprehensive care for a wide variety of medical and surgical patients and management of enteral and parenteral nutrition.

Requirements

For an active Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential obtained before January 1, 2024: bachelor's degree in Dietetics or a related field, completion of an ACEND-accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD), and completion of a supervised practice program (dietetic internship).
For initial CDR registration effective on or after January 1, 2024: master's degree, with a bachelor's degree in Dietetics or a related field, completion of an ACEND-accredited DPD, and completion of a supervised practice program (dietetic internship).
Current Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential issued by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND).
Demonstrated proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English and a comprehensive understanding and application of medical terminology.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and competency in performing arithmetic calculations.
Advanced computer skills and proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with medical, nursing, and other healthcare professionals, patients, and their families.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Practice Certification preferred.
Minimum one year of clinical experience as a Registered Dietitian in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a nutritional consultant and resource to members of the health care team.
Provide nutritional assessment, Nutrition Diagnosis, care-plan implementation, counseling, education, and evaluation of outcomes for patients, families, and associates.
Coordinate education programs and seminars on nutritional topics.
Provide comprehensive care for a wide variety of medical and surgical patients.
Manage enteral and parenteral nutrition.