Registered Dietitian Nutritionist - Great Falls, MT, United States - Thomas Cuisine

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 Job Type:
Full-time Pay: From $27.

29 per hour Benefits:

• 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 insurance

Work Location:
In person