Nutrition Specialist

2 months ago


Palmyra, Maine, United States Chi Full time
Position Overview

CHI St. Francis Health is a dedicated health care organization situated in the Red River basin area, committed to delivering a comprehensive range of health services. Founded by the Franciscan Sisters of Little Falls, we uphold a tradition of compassionate care and holistic healing. Our team is devoted to providing exceptional service in a nurturing environment, guided by our Core Values. As part of CommonSpirit Health, we are aligned with a national health care mission.

At CHI St. Francis Health, we prioritize the well-being of our employees, offering a suite of benefits designed to enhance work-life balance.

Benefits Include:
  • Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Voluntary Protection Options: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft Coverage
  • Complimentary Premium Membership with preloaded credits for dependents
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Tuition Assistance for professional development
  • Matching Retirement Programs: 401(k) and 457(b)
  • Wellness Initiatives
Sign-On Bonus: $9,000

Key Responsibilities

Your Role Will Involve:
  • Delivering nutritional care to patients, including screening, assessment, intervention, medical nutrition therapy, and discharge planning to meet dietary needs and ensure satisfaction.
  • Offering culturally and age-appropriate nutrition counseling to patients and their families.
  • Collaborating with the Nutrition Department to create tailored nutrition intervention plans.
  • Staying informed on the latest nutrition trends, research, and regulations to ensure compliance with standards of practice.
  • Assisting in the implementation of quality improvement initiatives and communicating these across departments.
  • Educating the community through the development and presentation of nutrition classes, articles, and informational handouts.
  • Consulting with contracted accounts and liaising with facility administrators regarding nutrition services provided.
  • Issuing orders for dietary needs, supplements, enteral/parenteral nutrition, and lab data in accordance with hospital policies.
  • Performing additional duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.
Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field

Registered Dietitian or Dietary Technician Registered (or eligibility to obtain credentials within two years of employment)

A minimum of 3-5 years of supervisory experience in food service is preferred.