Registered Dietitian - Oncology - Mercy Hospital
About The Position
Join Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Officially becoming a full member of the Cleveland Clinic Health System in 2021, Mercy Hospital offers a wide variety of medical specialties to the communities in and around Stark County. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. People seek guidance from a Registered Dietitian (RD) for many reasons, whether to maximize wellness, learn healthier eating habits or decrease the risk of chronic diseases. Using your knowledge and education, you will develop personalized treatment plans for patients according to their medical histories, individual needs and goals. This role is integral to our comprehensive model of care, encompassing every aspect of wellness and health. A caregiver in this position works 8:00am - 5:00pm.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or a related field
- Current licensure as a Licensed Dietitian (LD)
- Active certification as a Registered Dietitian (RD)
- One year of experience as a Registered Dietitian in Clinical Nutrition OR successful completion of CCF Dietetic Internship Program
Responsibilities
- Provide individualized medical nutrition therapy, education and counseling to patients.
- Implement nutritional care plans, communicate plans, establish a follow-up system and maintain documentation.
- Write changes for diet orders, initiate nutrient intake assessments, assess patients for nutritional deficiencies, evaluate fluids and electrolytes and review laboratory and clinical progress notes.
- Inform physicians of patient nutritional status and need for diet changes.
- Create and revise education materials, participate in program development and develop, implement and market services.
- Support the dietetic internship program as a supervised practice rotation preceptor and class instructor.
Benefits
- Outstanding, comprehensive offerings are an investment in your health, well-being and future.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
