Registered Dietitian

Pay Range:

The base pay range for this position is

$30.90-$47.10 Hourly

however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Job Title: Dietitian

Work Schedule for this Position: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

About the Team:

We are a team of nutrition professionals’ intent on promoting optimal outcomes and patient thriving through evidence-based nutrition information and therapy. We prioritize lasting change through developing goals with clients for long-term results.

Company Statement:

Pullman Regional is an innovative, patient-focused, multi-disciplinary based work environment where all members of the team contribute to the exceptional care of our patients and the community.

Position Overview:

Assesses, Recommends, and Implements strategies for nutritional care for outpatients and inpatients.

A Day in the Life:

 Inpatient Clinical Nutrition

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments for patients' nutritional needs by reviewing medical history, medication records and lab values in EMR and nutritional and social histories from patients, clients, family members, and caregivers.
• Develop and implement nutritional care plan: Communicates plan to heath care team by verbal and written documentation. Assess outcomes of nutrition interventions. Revise nutrition care plan to attain goals and desired outcomes. Maintains accurate electronic record of care plan; uses electronic care plan as an effective communication tool with fellow healthcare team members.
• Monitor patients to determine changes in nutritional status; i.e., check weights and lab values; assess nutritional adequacy of patient’s intake of food, tube feeding or parenteral nutrition solutions as necessary.
• Recommend supplements and/or tube feedings; monitors tube feedings for tolerance and assist physician in determining changing to tube feeding regimen, including formulation selections, rate and amount as appropriate.
• Maintain record of all patients seen and recommended therapeutic action, makes referrals for follow-up nutritional care when appropriate.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds with nurses, physicians, therapy team members, and case management, sharing nutrition care plan, implementation plan and expected outcomes.
• Provide education to patients, families and caregivers regarding nutritional needs; update and/or develop new educational materials as needed.
• Provide recommendations and support for patients receiving enteral and parenteral nutrition.
• Serve as a liaison to the Nutrition Services Department to promote patient satisfaction. Assist with patient meal planning when needed.

Outpatient Nutrition Services

• Provide one‑on‑one nutrition counseling for chronic disease management (diabetes, weight management, heart disease, GI disorders) and acute nutrition concerns. 
• Assess patient needs using anthropometric, biochemical, clinical, and dietary information while incorporating the patient's goals, preferences, readiness to change, and social determinants of health.
• Develop and implement individualized, patient-centered nutrition care plans through shared decision-making, documenting in the EMR using the ADIME process.
• Track patient progress by monitoring nutrition-related quality indicators such as A1C, blood pressure, and serum lipids.  Adjust care plans as needed.
• Collaborate with primary care providers, nurses, pharmacists, behavioral health clinicians, diabetes educators, and care managers to coordinate patient care.
• Connect patients with community food programs, SNAP/WIC resources, food pantries, and local wellness programs.
• Conduct group education sessions, workshops, or community classes.
• Participate in community outreach and public health initiatives.

About You!

This Job is For You if You Have:

• Bachelor’s degree (graduation before 2024) or Master’s degree (graduation 2024 forward) with required dietetic coursework from a program approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) OR equivalent if completed outside the United States.
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Certified Dietitian with the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) within 60 days of hire.
• Washington State Food Handlers permit within 30 days of hire.
• Must maintain continued professional education requirements for the maintenance of registration status with the CDR and certification status with the Washington DOH.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate well with staff, colleagues, and patients/clients.
• Ability to learn and utilize new information, research, and technology.
• Ability to manage time, tasks, and resources appropriately.
• Consistently demonstrates behavior congruent with Pullman Regional Hospital’s Vision, Mission, and Values.
• Consistently follows Pullman Regional Hospital’s code of conduct.  

A Wow if You Have:

• Master’s degree in Human Nutrition, Food and Nutrition, Dietetics or equivalent if completed outside the United States.
• Two years of clinical experience (inpatient or outpatient).
• One year of outpatient experience.
• Licensed Dietitian with the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses.

Company Perks:

Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Pullman Regional is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account, and Paid Leave Time
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Retirement with Employer Matching Contributions
• Voluntary Benefits that include: Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Short-Term Disability
• Services Discount and EAP Resources

A Few More Important Points:

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It is not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this job.

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