DIETITIAN

Compass Group

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring immediately for a full-time salaried dietitian position. The role covers acute care at Singing River Hospital in Pascagoula, 3 days a week and a nursing facility the other 2 days per week. It involves weekend coverage (2 weekends out of 7), being in the facility on Saturday only, but 'on-call' via phone for the Sunday. At Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, you’ll join a culture that values caring for people, fostering belonging, and creating moments that truly matter. Your work has purpose: to nourish patients, caregivers, and communities while upholding the highest standards of detail, quality, and excellence in every meal served. Morrison has supported leading health systems nationwide for over 70 years with culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise, with more than 31,000 dedicated team members, including 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs. The Clinical Dietitian will provide Medical Nutrition Therapy and education in an acute care setting, working with a collaborative team to enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based nutrition care. The company fosters an environment where ideas are welcomed, growth is encouraged, and access to ongoing education, resources, development, and advancement opportunities are provided, along with autonomy in clinical judgment and guidance when needed.

Requirements

RD or RDE
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or CDR exam eligible
Licensed Dietitian (or willing to obtain) in the state of practice as applicable

Nice To Haves

Healthcare experience preferred

Responsibilities

Clinical Nutrition Care: Perform comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop individualized care plans to promote recovery and improve health outcomes
Education: Provide guidance on nutrition and lifestyle strategies to support sustainable, long-term wellness to patients, families, staff, and the community
Evidence-Based Practice: Apply the latest research in alignment with the diet manual, company policies, and facility protocols to ensure high-quality, consistent care
Quality & Performance Improvement: Contribute to QAPI initiatives aimed at advancing patient care and clinical excellence
Collaboration & Service Excellence: Partner with the food service management team to help achieve patient satisfaction and service goals
Mentorship & Professional Development: Support the growth of staff and dietetic interns through education and training as applicable