Clinical Dietitian

1w1 week ago

Washington Regional Medical System

Fayetteville, US · Full-time · $55,000 – $75,000

About this role

The Clinical Dietitian reports to the Clinical Nutrition Manager and provides nutrition care to patients. This role delivers medical nutrition therapy according to policy and interdisciplinary staff consultation. It ensures comprehensive support for patient nutritional needs in a top-ranked hospital.

Day-to-day duties include performing and documenting nutrition assessments, reassessments, and education per the nutrition care process. Manage patient load by prioritizing based on acuity with other dietitians and addressing nutrition issues. Utilize formulary products appropriately for age-specific populations.

Join Washington Regional Medical System, a community-owned non-profit in Fayetteville, Arkansas, named #1 hospital by U.S. News for five years. Work in a 425-bed center with 3,400+ team members, Level II trauma, and Centers of Excellence. Spend 80% time standing/walking, exposed to communicable diseases.

Serve as a resource for clinical nutrition situations and advocate for nutrition services and hospital initiatives. Maintain data in event reporting for safety and quality. Contribute to compassionate, high-quality care in Northwest Arkansas communities.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nutrition program
Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
Licensed dietitian in Arkansas within 90 days of hire
Previous experience in an acute clinical nutrition setting preferred
Open to new graduates

Responsibilities

Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external clients
Perform and document nutrition assessment, reassessment, and education according to the nutrition care process
Follow policies and procedures related to patient care, safety, and quality
Manage day-to-day operations in patient load, prioritizing with other RDs based on acuity and policy
Utilize available formulary products and appropriate usage for age-specific patient populations
Maintain data into event reporting system as needed to ensure safety and quality of care
Serve as a resource in clinical situations involving nutrition care
Serve as an advocate in representation and support of nutrition services and WRMC’s initiatives