Clinical Dietitian

Overview:

Southern Regional Medical Center, a non-profit hospital, seeks a dedicated Clinical Dietitian to join its team of healthcare professionals. As a key member of the hospital's staff, you will play a vital role in ensuring optimal patient recovery through personalized nutritional plans.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate patient medical history, dietary needs, and preferences to develop tailored nutritional plans.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to implement and monitor patient progress.
• Provide education and guidance to patients and families on healthy eating habits and navigating dietary restrictions.
• Evaluate supplement needs and recommend options, contributing to the hospital formulary.
• Maintain accurate records and stay current on advancements in nutrition science.

Qualifications:

• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) license.
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a clinical setting providing patient nutritional care.
• Strong understanding of medical nutrition therapy (MNT).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to educate and motivate patients and families on healthy eating habits.
• Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) systems.