Registered Dietitian (RD)

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

Starting salary $60,000 (Negotiable based on experience) with a $3,000 RD sign-on bonus . Registration Eligible accepted!

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 (RD)

Guide patients, families, and facility staff on all aspects of medical nutrition therapy to create a healthy and healing environment.

Build relationships with physicians and nursing to support patient satisfaction and achieve quality care that meets each patient’s nutritional needs.

Responsibilities

• Complete nutritional assessments and provide interventions using evidence-based practices for both inpatient and outpatient care
• Provide education to patients, families, nursing, food service, and other facility staff on nutritional needs
• Document assessment of patients with nutritional goals and interventions in the medical record
• Communicate with physicians and clinical staff on patients’ nutritional status
• Manage physician orders for therapeutic diets and supplements
• Attend patient rounds and maintain clinical nutrition policies to support regulatory compliance

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 as required per state regulations
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food and Nutrition or related field
• 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.
30+ days ago