Registered Dietitian - Gastroenterology

Responsibilities

The Registered Dietitian-NMG serves as an expert provider of nutrition-related education and patient care within the Norton Healthcare system. This role provides direct patient care and support, including a comprehensive nutrition assessment, intervention, evidence-based education and nutrition-focused physical exam under policies and protocols approved by supervising Licensed Care Practitioners/Providers. The Registered Dietitian-NMG facilitates and coordinates onsite programs and classes on nutrition and relevant health and wellness topics. The Registered Dietitian-NMG is responsible for the development and implementation of processes and programs, along with monitoring, documenting, tracking and reporting patient results. The Registered Dietitian-NMG provides nutrition support recommendations and changes for those requiring alternative nutrition. The Registered Dietitian-NMG measurably improves patient outcomes and adapt patient-facing education and services to fit all literacy and socioeconomic levels. As a nutrition expert in the care team, they will utilize critical thinking, decisive clinical judgement, and demonstrate the ability to work with minimal supervision in an ever-changing environment. All certifications and education are to be successfully maintained. This role functions as part of multidisciplinary team and collaborates with organizational departments/committees and partners with external programs to provide robust health and wellness options to patients served. Additional roles and responsibilities will include the training and guidance of students, interns, and new team members, participation in program research and development, training of staff and providers, and may include other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• Three years experience working as a Registered Dietitian
• Bachelor Degree in Nutrition and/or Dietetics; Dietetic internship
• Dietitian (State) (DT) - licensed in state of practice; KY or IN
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (National) (RDN), at time of hire

Desired:

• One year experience in a specialty healthcare setting
• Master Degree in Nutrition and/or Dietetics