Registered Dietitian II

Pediatric Registered Dietitian for Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne, IN.

Starting salary $65,000 (Negotiable based on experience) with a $3,000 RD sign-on bonus . MUST HAVE AT LEAST 2 YEARS PEDIATRIC EXPERIENCE

Extra benefits include paid CDR and state licensure fees and Academy membership

We encourage continued learning and advanced certifications!

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Registered Dietitian II

The Registered Dietitian II oversees the nutrition care of inpatients and outpatients, performing nutritional assessments, and managing the physician's orders for therapeutic diets and supplements.

The Clinical Dietitian also provides nutrition education to patients and / or families, attends patient rounds, and maintains clinical nutrition policies.

Responsibilities

• Complete nutrition assessments and follow-ups on patients with increased nutritional needs, in accordance with the facility's policies
• Document assessment of patients with nutritional goals and / or changes in status in the medical record
• Provide education to patients, families, nursing, food service, and other facility staff on nutritional needs
• Attend patient rounds on assigned floors and inform nursing and physician of changes in the patient's nutritional status
• Participate in and complete monthly QAPI projects, quarterly chart audits, and patient tray evaluations
• Adhere to all facility and regulatory policies and procedures, including confidentiality, patient's rights, emergency preparedness, OSHA, and more

Skills

• Interpersonal Skills : Ability to interact with individuals of all backgrounds
• Communication : Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication
• Customer Service : Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations
• Professionalism : Maintain a positive and professional demeanor
• Proactivity : Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs
• Team Player : Willingness to provide support where needed to achieve outcomes
• Business Ethics : Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings
• Organization : Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian with Commission of Dietetic Registration and licensed dietitian nutritionist as required per state regulations
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food and Nutrition or related field
• Applicable work experience of 5+ years
• Certification in area of expertise preferred
• Knowledge of regulatory standards
• Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various software

What We Offer

• Paid time off (vacation and sick)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employee resource groups (ERGs)
• Career development and ongoing training

Important to Know

• To comply with CMS mandates, all HHS employees working in healthcare must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption (medical or religious) upon start of employment.
• Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.
• HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.

Who is HHS

HHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service.

Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries.

We are growing rapidly and seeking motivated leaders to join us for the next stage of our journey. We support and encourage growth from within and believe that we have countless future leaders in our organization who are waiting for their next opportunity.

Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Team supports a work environment where individuals of all backgrounds are heard, respected, and encouraged to grow.

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