Registered Clinical Dietician (RD) - Pediatric Gastroenterology

Registered Clinical Dietician

Performs as a member of the interdisciplinary team responsible for the design, coordination and implementation of medical nutritional therapy and education of patients/clients in accordance with established standards of care.

Essential Job Functions

• Utilizes Nutrition Care Process as recommended by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and in accordance with organizational Standards of Care guidelines for Screening and Assessment.
• Adheres to practice standards established by local, state, and national agencies.
• Serves as a liaison between providers and ancillary support services.
• May develop curriculum for nutrition classes and teach group classes as required by the clinical area of care.
• Provides nutrition counseling and/or education to patients and/or caregivers based on assessment of individual learning needs.
• Provides nutrition expertise to healthcare professionals in establishing standards of patient care
• Participate in clinical and interdisciplinary communication, meetings, task forces, and projects.
• May provide supervised learning experiences for dietetic interns when appropriate.
• In an outpatient setting, provides disease specific, nutrition education and counseling, including Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) services.
• Participates in performance improvement programs related to patient care and service; may participate in research protocols and development of clinical pathways in assigned area(s) of responsibility, and committees as assigned.
• Maintains a high level of competency and professional development related to nutrition trends, research, policy, certifications, and Standards of Practice.
• Participates in the development of performance objectives with emphasis on an area of specialization as appropriate.
• May participate in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of educational activities and participants' needs. Demonstrates effective classroom and 1:1 clinical teaching skills.

Licensing/Certification

State specific requirements for Certified Registered Dietician (CDR) and Licensure VA - Certified Registered Dietician (CDR) (required), no licensure required Certification in Renal Nutrition, Oncology Nutrition, Geriatric Nutrition, Certified Specialist of Obesity & Weight Management (CSOWM), or is a Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist (CDCES) or Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) (preferred)

Work Experience

Prior dietitian experience (preferred)

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Bon Secours associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.