Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Company: Thomas Cuisine
Location: Great Falls
Posted on: May 8, 2024

Job Description:

*Position:* Registered Dietitian*Location:* Benefis Health System*About Us:*Benefis is a leading healthcare system dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting overall wellness. We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated *Registered Dietitian* to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality nutrition services to our patients.*Benefits:*_*Advantages of working for Benefis Health System include:*_* Flexible schedule.* Starting pay for registered dietitians is $27.29.* Starting pay for Senior Care registered dietitians is $28.10.* Registered dietitian eligible may also apply.* Sign-on bonus of $10,000 available.* Non-union and nonprofit.* Annual wage increases since 2003.* No-layoff policy since 2003 (even during the pandemic).* 403(b) pension plan with 5% match, and five-year fully vested.* Employee satisfaction scores greater than a 4.0 on a 5-point scale for each of the past nine years.*Job Summary:*As a *Registered Dietitian* at Benefis Health System, you will play a crucial role in assessing, planning, and implementing nutrition interventions to support the health and well-being of our patients. Working collaboratively with healthcare teams, you will provide individualized nutrition counseling, develop specialized diet plans, and contribute to the overall enhancement of patient outcomes.*Responsibilities:** Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and develop personalized nutrition care plans for patients based on their medical condition, dietary needs, and preferences.* Provide evidence-based nutrition education and counseling to patients and their families on topics such as therapeutic diets, disease management, and lifestyle modifications.* Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and optimize nutrition interventions.* Monitor and evaluate patients' nutritional status, dietary intake, and response to nutrition therapy, adjusting care plans as needed.* Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, case conferences, and team meetings to discuss patient progress and treatment goals.* Document nutrition assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely in electronic medical records.* Stay abreast of current research, trends, and guidelines in clinical nutrition and incorporate best practices into patient care.* Provide leadership and guidance to dietetic interns, nutrition students, and other staff members as needed.*Qualifications:** Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field from an accredited institution.* Successful completion of a supervised dietetic internship program approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).* Current registration as a Dietitian/Nutritionist (RD/RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).* State licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Dietitian/Nutritionist in the state of practice.* Strong knowledge of medical nutrition therapy, therapeutic diets, and nutrition assessment techniques.* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively educate and counsel patients from diverse backgrounds.* Proficiency in using electronic medical record systems and nutrition software applications.*Join Our Team:*If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives through nutrition and want to be part of a dynamic healthcare team, we encourage you to apply for the Registered Dietitian position at Benefis Health System.Apply today at benefis.org/careers.Job Type: Full-timePay: From $27.29 per hourBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Disability insurance* Employee assistance program* Flexible schedule* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Professional development assistance* Retirement plan* Vision insuranceWork Location: In personby Jobble

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