Registered Dietitian Nutritionist - Inpatient

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority • Madison, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Dietitian Nutritionist provides nutrition consultation and education to patients and their families who are screened at or identified with nutrition risk at UW Health. The role serves as the patient’s nutrition advocate and provides evidence-based medical nutrition therapy to patients with varying levels of acuity, including managing initiation and advancement of enteral nutrition according to nutrition-related protocols. The position is scheduled at 100% FTE, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with weekend rotation. It may be eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus, prorated based on FTE.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in nutrition or a related field, at least one year of clinical and nutrition-related experience, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist registration, and applicable Wisconsin certification or licensure within three months of hire. A master’s degree, two years of relevant experience, and a relevant specialist certification or ability to complete it within the first two years are preferred.

UW Health describes an excellent benefits package, flexible scheduling options, wellness resources, and tuition benefits. The organization also states its commitment to belonging and equal employment opportunity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition or a related field.
• One year of clinical and nutrition-related experience.
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist as delineated by the Commission on Dietetic Registration, required upon hire.
• Certification or licensure as required by the State of Wisconsin within three months.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in nutrition or a related field.
• Two years of clinical and nutrition-related experience.
• Certified specialist as required for the position, or ability to complete certification within the first two years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the patient’s nutrition advocate.
• Provide evidence-based medical nutrition therapy to patients of varying acuity levels, including managing initiation and advancement of enteral nutrition according to nutrition-related protocols.
• Provide nutrition consultation and education to patients and their families who are screened at or identified with nutrition risk.
• Maintain the professional competency and skills required for professional practice.

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement plans.
• Two-week paid parental leave.
• Adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts to support flexibility and work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work, supporting employee and family well-being.
• Tuition benefits for coursework associated with career advancement.
• Potential $10,000 sign-on bonus, prorated based on FTE.

What This Job Offers

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