Dietitian PRN - Food Service - Marcum & Wallace Hospital

Mercy Health BSMH

12d

About The Position

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.
Under the direction of the Clinical Nutrition Manager, the Dietitian is responsible for providing basic nutrition assessments, and care planning for patients and residents. Implements business practices in order to uphold company mission and values. Contributes to account revenue and operating profit contribution through the implementation of services.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics from an accredited college or university
• Kentucky Dietitian License
• Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)

Responsibilities

• Maintains and develops, client relationships and client satisfaction for nutrition assessments and care planning of patients.
• Accountable for the execution of service quality by maintaining highest level of delivery.
• Directs nutrition care of patients with basic nutrition needs including screening, assessment and care planning to ensure patient nutrition needs & customer satisfaction levels are met.
• Educates medical staff and counsels patients and their families on proper nutritional care.
• Collaborates and communicates with culinary and clinical departments on established processes, nutrition care, special diets and menu requests.
• Stays current with most recent nutrition-related trends, research, policy, certifications and standards of practice.
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local regulations as well as policies and procedures.
• Establishes operating standards, implements quality improvements and communicates them to other departments.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
• Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level