Registered Dietitian - Nutrition Services - Full Time - Day Shift

CoxHealth • Springfield, MO

10d • Onsite

About The Position

CoxHealth is hiring a full-time Registered Dietitian for Nutrition Services at CoxHealth South in Springfield, Missouri. The role is scheduled for 40 hours per week, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM on the day shift.

The Registered Dietitian is responsible for all aspects of the Nutrition Care Process and provides Medical Nutrition Therapy in accordance with the Dietitian Practice Act and national standards of care established by professional dietetic and nutrition support organizations. The dietitian implements patient-centered nutrition interventions and goals, leads the patient care team in developing and implementing nutrition plans of care, and communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members. The role also includes managing provider-ordered protocols for Medical Nutrition Therapy and specialized nutrition support, evaluating the quality and effectiveness of specialized nutrition therapies with other healthcare professionals, precepting Dietetic Interns, supporting quality improvement initiatives, and providing educational programs for clients, students, employees, and community audiences.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university program.
• Master’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a related field; the posting specifies this requirement for graduates after January 2024.
• Registered Dietitian with applicable state licensure.
• Maintain registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Maintain applicable state licensure.
• Reading, writing, and mathematical calculation skills pertinent to the position, as well as computer skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups.
• Ability to follow direction and work congenially as a team player.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Nice To Haves

• 1–2 years of clinical experience.
• Experience applying Nutrition Diagnostics and performing Nutrition Focused Physical Exams.
• Experience providing specialized nutrition support.
• Board certification in advanced specialty practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the Nutrition Care Process.
• Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy in accordance with the Dietitian Practice Act and applicable national standards of care.
• Implement patient-centered nutrition interventions and goals.
• Lead the patient care team in developing and implementing nutrition plans of care.
• Communicate with patients, family members, and healthcare team members in a timely, professional, and effective manner.
• Guide the Nutrition Care Process and manage provider-ordered protocols for Medical Nutrition Therapy, including specialized enteral and parenteral nutrition support.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to systematically evaluate the quality, safety, appropriateness, and effectiveness of specialized nutrition therapies.
• Precept Dietetic Interns.
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives supporting departmental and organizational goals.
• Develop and provide educational programs for clients, students, employees, and community audiences.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• Retirement plan with employer match.
• Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus.
• Up to 80 hours of front-loaded paid time off.
• Up to $3,000 relocation bonus.
• $1 certification pay.
• Career ladder bonus eligible up to $5,000.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time