Registered Dietitian

Overview

Job Description: Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN)Position Title

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN)

Position Summary

The Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) is responsible for assessing clients' nutritional needs, developing individualized nutrition care plans, providing evidence-based nutrition counseling, and promoting health and wellness through appropriate dietary interventions. The dietitian collaborates with healthcare professionals to support optimal nutritional status, prevent and manage nutrition-related conditions, and improve overall health outcomes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments, including dietary intake, medical history, anthropometric measurements, laboratory values, and nutritional risk factors.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans based on clients' medical conditions, nutritional needs, and personal goals.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to individuals, families, and groups.
• Recommend appropriate therapeutic diets and meal plans based on medical diagnoses, dietary restrictions, cultural preferences, and individual needs.
• Monitor nutritional status, weight trends, food intake, and progress toward established goals.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, food service personnel, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate nutrition care.
• Document nutrition assessments, interventions, recommendations, and follow-up evaluations accurately and in a timely manner.
• Educate clients on healthy eating habits, disease prevention, food safety, and lifestyle modifications.
• Support the management of nutrition-related conditions, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity, malnutrition, and gastrointestinal disorders.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of nutrition interventions and revise care plans as needed.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and professional development activities.
• Maintain compliance with applicable regulations, organizational policies, professional standards, and confidentiality requirements.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's or graduate degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a related field from an accredited program, as applicable to current credentialing requirements.
• Current Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Active state licensure or certification, if required by the state of practice.
• Knowledge of medical nutrition therapy, nutrition assessment, and evidence-based dietary guidelines.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in electronic health records and clinical documentation systems, when applicable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in clinical nutrition, community nutrition, outpatient counseling, food service, or a related specialty.
• Experience developing individualized nutrition plans and providing patient-centered counseling.
• Familiarity with nutrition care process terminology and evidence-based practice guidelines.
• Experience working with diverse populations and individuals with complex nutritional needs.

Key Competencies

• Clinical judgment and critical thinking
• Patient-centered care and cultural sensitivity
• Effective counseling and motivational interviewing
• Assessment, monitoring, and evaluation of nutrition interventions
• Time management and attention to detail
• Teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Ethical conduct and professional accountability

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to perform job-related duties in a healthcare, community, food service, or outpatient setting.
• Ability to use computers and electronic documentation systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, and colleagues.
• Additional physical requirements may apply depending on the work setting.

Performance Expectations

Performance will be evaluated based on the quality and timeliness of nutrition assessments, individualized care planning, documentation accuracy, client education, adherence to professional standards, interdisciplinary collaboration, and progress toward established nutrition-related outcomes.

Equal Employment Opportunity

SouthHeath, LLC, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without discrimination in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Embark on a rewarding career where your expertise directly impacts patient health outcomes! We value dedicated professionals committed to excellence in clinical nutrition and are eager to welcome passionate Registered Dietitians ready to inspire positive change through expert guidance and compassionate care.

Pay: $37.50 - $40.00 per hour

Work Location: In person