Registered Dietitian PRN

Shift and Status

Casual, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Variable weekends.

Job Summary

A practitioner with a level of knowledge, skills and experience in dietetics practice necessary to be competent as a Registered Dietitian professional. The Registered Dietitian's primary responsibilities include direct patient care through application of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) including the completion of the nutrition assessment, determination of the nutrition diagnosis, developing nutrition focused, evidence based interventions (including the nutrition prescription, example: diet/feeding order; and coordinating services related to Medical Nutrition Therapy for patients) and nutrition monitoring and evaluation; and provides nutrition counseling and education for both inpatient and outpatient populations. Confidently and respectfully collaborates with patients and the interdisciplinary team to provide exceptional care. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and contributes to a culture that aims to provide safe, high quality care.

Essential Functions

Competent RD requiring minimal supervision and self-leading skills to perform the duties and display the characteristics of a clinical professional. Identifies with and adheres to the code of ethics for the dietetics profession. Performs Nutrition Care Process and Nutrition Focused Physical Exam as appropriate for high quality patient care. Documents and maintain records according to the SOP for the RDN, legislation, regulations and organization policies. Precepts and teaches dietetic interns and other students, such as medical students.

Specific to Rehabilitation & Nursing Centers (RNCs): Registered Dietitian is to collaborate with Manager, Nutrition Services at least 4 hours every 60 days.

Maintains clinical productivity standards and accurate record keeping of daily clinical activities, including information for scheduling and billing.

Confidently interacts with the interdisciplinary team to advocate for patient care and support a culture of nutrition.

Coordinates services related to Medical Nutrition Therapy for patients.

Contributes to and engages in improving department and organizational metrics.

May engage in communication and interactions with the media on issues related to the focus area or other advanced clinical areas.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field
• A practitioner with a level of knowledge, skills and experience in dietetics practice necessary to be competent as a Registered Dietitian professional.
• CRT-Registered Dietitian (RD) - CDR Commission on Dietetic Registration 180 Days
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association or American Red Cross- 1 year

Preferred:

• Master's Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members, and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

How Corewell Health Cares for You

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status