Registered Dietitian 1

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

9100 W 74TH ST

City:

SHAWNEE MISSION

State:

Kansas

Postal Code:

66204

Job Description:

Registered Dietitian

Location: AdventHealth Shawnee Mission

2 days on campus

Make an impact through nutrition! As a Registered Dietitian I, you’ll have the opportunity to help patients feel their best by creating personalized nutrition plans that support their health, recovery, and overall well-being.

The Registered Dietitian I provides nutrition counseling, education, and individualized recommendations while helping patients understand how nutrition can support their health goals. You’ll work closely with patients throughout their care journey, adjusting nutrition plans as their needs change.

You won’t do it alone! As a Registered Dietitian I, you’ll collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, case managers, and other healthcare professionals as part of a supportive team focused on providing compassionate, patient-centered care.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and have good comprehension of conversational English [Required]

• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]

• Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy [Required]• General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing, e-mail, and spreadsheet software [Required]
• Ability to search the web for nutrition research or practice updates and apply knowledge to updating reference materials, preparing for presentations, education, etc. [Required]
• Avails self to staff on units as the nutrition expert [Required]

• Participates in Quality Improvement activities [Required]

• Attends interdisciplinary meetings and rounds on assigned units as scheduled unless valid excuse demonstrated [Required]

• Assists in regulatory survey preparation when applicable [Required]

• Reviews and/or updates department resource/reference materials when applicable or required [Required]

• When confronted with barriers to meeting patient care standards, improves process by planning and implementing action steps [Required]

• Identifies specific patient or staff needs, initiates and develops educational or clinical materials then evaluates outcomes [Required]

• Assures that care delivered to each patient is in accordance with established standards [Required]

• Skill and knowledge in working with an electronic health record system [Required]

• Analyzes and interprets reliable assessment data to identify an actual occurrence, risk of, or potential for developing a nutrition problem [Required]

• Nutrition Diagnoses/Problems are included on the patient care plan and updated as more data becomes available, or signed off as applicable [Required]

• Provides appropriate intervention in accordance with the identified patient’s goals [Required]

• Identifies and follows through with potential complex discharge planning needs, intervenes early to promote timely attainment of goals [Required]

• Adheres to reassessment timeframe per standards [Required]

• Reassesses and updates nutrition care process and implement changes as indicated [Required]

• Complies with National Patient Safety Goals regarding abbreviation usage, patient identification [Required]

• Assessment, interventions and procedures utilizing equipment are appropriate for age group [Required]

• Strong verbal and written communication, organizational, problem-solving, and customer service skills [Required]

• Ability to interact constructively with supervisors, peers, and support personnel [Required]

• Ability to work well with minimal supervision [Required]

• Ability to keep accurate and complete records [Required]

• Initiative to keep abreast of new information/products/developments in the field of Dietetics [Required]

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations as related to Dietetics practice [Required]

• Proficiency in the Nutrition Care Process of the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics [Required]

• Proficiency in identifying and using comparative standards to estimate energy, fat, protein, carbohydrate, fiber, fluid, vitamin and mineral needs as well as recommended body weight, BMI, and desired growth patterns [Required]

• Ability to be flexible and willingness to adapt to changes as necessary [Required]

Education:

• Bachelors [Required]

Additional Information:

•  Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) [Required]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)

• Physical Requirements -https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range:

$26.66 - $49.60

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.