Lead Dietitian - KERNERSVILLE. NC

Compass Group • Kernersville, NC

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Morrison Healthcare is seeking an Advanced Practice Dietitian to provide evidence-based nutrition care and serve as a clinical leader within the healthcare team at Kernersville Medical Center, an acute-care setting in Kernersville, North Carolina. The role promotes positive patient outcomes through clinical expertise and innovation.

The dietitian performs comprehensive nutritional assessments, develops individualized care plans, and educates patients, families, staff, and the community on nutrition and lifestyle strategies. The role applies current research in accordance with the diet manual, company policies, and facility protocols; contributes to and leads quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives; and partners with food service management to support patient satisfaction and service goals. The dietitian also supports the development of clinical and departmental staff and dietetic interns through education and training, as applicable.

The role offers access to RDN-focused career-growth programs, free continuing education units through a nutrition webinar series, ongoing education and development resources, and advancement opportunities. The position provides autonomy to apply clinical judgment with guidance available as needed. Applicants must hold Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credentials and state licensure, or be willing to obtain licensure where applicable.

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with five years of experience.
• Master’s degree in nutrition.
• Licensed Dietitian, or willingness to obtain licensure in the state of practice where applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Practice Certification through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) is preferred.
• Healthcare experience is preferred.

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 to support long-term wellness.
• Apply current research in accordance with the diet manual, company policies, and facility protocols.
• Contribute to and lead quality assurance and performance improvement 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 clinical and departmental staff and dietetic interns through education and training, as applicable.

Benefits

• Career-growth programs tailored to RDNs.
• Free continuing education units through a nutrition education webinar series.
• Ongoing education, resources, development programs, and advancement opportunities.
• Associates may be eligible for additional paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior