Dietitian
About The Position
Morrison Healthcare is hiring a Dietitian for the Clinical Nutrition team at Ochsner Medical Center, an academic medical center and tertiary referral hospital in New Orleans, Louisiana. The position is in an acute care setting and involves collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to provide evidence-based nutrition assessment, intervention, and monitoring for patients with diverse and complex medical needs. The Dietitian provides Medical Nutrition Therapy and nutrition education to support patient outcomes. The role also involves contributing to quality and performance improvement, partnering with food service management, and supporting staff and dietetic interns through education and training as applicable.
Requirements
- Be a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or eligible to sit for the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) exam.
- Hold a dietitian license, or be willing to obtain one, in the state of practice as applicable.
Nice To Haves
- Healthcare experience is preferred; new graduates with strong clinical training are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop individualized care plans to promote recovery and improve health outcomes.
- Provide nutrition and lifestyle guidance to patients, families, staff, and the community.
- Apply current research in alignment with the diet manual, company policies, and facility protocols.
- Contribute to QAPI initiatives to advance patient care and clinical excellence.
- Partner with the food service management team to help achieve patient satisfaction and service goals.
- Support the growth of staff and dietetic interns through education and training as applicable.
Benefits
- Education reimbursement for advanced learning.
- Career advancement and growth programs tailored to RDNs.
- Financial rewards for obtaining specialty board certifications.
- Relocation assistance for moves of 50 or more miles, based 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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