Dietitian - Registered

Henry Ford Health•Jackson, MI

About The Position

The Registered Dietitian provides comprehensive nutritional care for a wide variety of medical and surgical patients, including enteral and parenteral nutrition management. The role includes conducting nutritional assessments, developing nutrition diagnoses and personalized care plans, delivering counseling and education, and evaluating health outcomes. The dietitian also designs and leads education programs and seminars and collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare colleagues.

Requirements

For an active RD/RDN credential obtained before January 1, 2024: a 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: a master's degree, 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).
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English and comprehensive understanding and application of medical terminology.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and perform arithmetic calculations.
Advanced computer skills and proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals, patients, and families.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Conduct nutritional assessments.
Develop nutrition diagnoses and personalized care plans.
Implement nutrition care plans and provide counseling and education.
Support and celebrate positive health outcomes.
Design and lead education programs and seminars.
Provide comprehensive nutritional care for a wide variety of medical and surgical patients.
Manage enteral and parenteral nutrition.
Collaborate with patients, families, and medical, nursing, and other healthcare professionals.