Dietitian
About The Position
Morrison Healthcare is hiring a Dietitian at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital in Owensboro, Kentucky. This is a full-time acute care position with a Monday–Friday schedule, a weekend and holiday rotation, and flexible scheduling offered. A $5,000 sign-on bonus and relocation allowance are available. The Dietitian provides Medical Nutrition Therapy and nutrition education in an acute care setting, working collaboratively to improve patient outcomes through evidence-based nutrition care. The role includes conducting comprehensive nutritional assessments, creating individualized care plans, and educating patients, families, staff, and the community. The Dietitian applies current research in accordance with the diet manual, company policies, and facility protocols, contributes to quality improvement initiatives, and collaborates with food service management to support patient satisfaction and service goals. The role may also involve educating and training staff and dietetic interns. The employer offers professional education and career-development support, including education reimbursement, career growth programs, rewards for specialty board certifications, relocation assistance for moves of 50 miles or more based on location, coverage of professional membership dues, CDR fees and licensure, and free continuing education units through a nutrition webinar series. A comprehensive benefits package is also described, including health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off and leave benefits, employee assistance and wellness programs, and various protection and discount plans.
Requirements
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), or eligible to take the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) examination.
- Licensed Dietitian in the state of practice, or willing to obtain licensure as applicable.
- Healthcare experience is preferred; new graduates with strong clinical training are encouraged to apply.
Nice To Haves
- Healthcare experience.
- Strong clinical training for new graduates.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop individualized care plans to promote recovery and improve health outcomes.
- Provide nutrition and lifestyle education to patients, families, staff, and the community.
- Apply current research in accordance with the diet manual, company policies, and facility protocols.
- Contribute to Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives to advance patient care and clinical excellence.
- Partner with the food service management team to support patient satisfaction and service goals.
- Support the development of staff and dietetic interns through education and training, as applicable.
Benefits
- $5,000 sign-on bonus.
- Relocation allowance and relocation assistance for moves of 50 miles or more, based on location.
- Education reimbursement.
- Career advancement and growth programs tailored to RDNs.
- Financial rewards for obtaining specialty board certifications.
- Coverage of professional membership dues, CDR fees, and licensure.
- Free continuing education units through a nutrition education webinar series.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families.
- Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage.
- 401(k) and retirement plans.
- Flexible/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
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
