Dietitian

DietitianInspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.As a Clinical Dietitian, you will provide expert nutrition care, developing and implementing individualized plans to improve patient health outcomes. Every day you will clearly communicate nutritional data across all systems and participate in health team meetings as the resident nutrition expert. To be successful in this role, you will integrate robust clinical expertise with empathetic, evidence-based care, consistently adhering to professional standards and fostering effective communication with patients and healthcare teams.Clinical Screening & Assessment: Perform comprehensive nutritional screenings and assessments using validated, age-appropriate, and culturally sensitive tools to establish accurate clinical diagnosesIntervention & Care Planning: Develop and implement evidence-based nutrition care plans—including specific feeding routes and prescriptions—that align with medical conditions and physician ordersInterdisciplinary Collaboration: Act as a key member of the multi-specialty care team to facilitate high-level patient care, coordinate services (including CCS for neonates), and support clinical staffMonitoring & Evaluation: Continuously monitor patient progress, measure goal achievement, update care plans, and conduct timely follow-ups to ensure optimal nutritional outcomesOperational Excellence: Partner with Food and Nutrition Services to ensure menu compliance, diet order accuracy, and high-quality customer service through audits and trayline reviewsEducation & Mentorship: Lead training sessions for clinical staff on Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT), mentor interns and junior dietitians, and provide expert-level care for high-acuity populationsRequired:Two (2) years acute hospital experience working with patients in more complex levels of care to specialized populations (e.g. pediatric,bariatric, ICU, etc.)Bachelor's Degree with completion of accredited dietitian program (ACEND - Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition Dietetics.)Valid registration as a Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Valid dietitian licensure if required by state. Licensure must be obtained within 6 weeks of hire or as required by local regulationMust have at least one advanced Board Certification as a specialist or paneled with CCS or may have an equivalent combination of education, advanced certification and experience in lieu of advanced Board CertificationSince 1885, CHI St. Alexius Health has been dedicated to leading health care in this region by enriching the lives of patients through the highest quality of care. We seek to continue our tradition of success and innovation with individuals dedicated to delivering the highest level of expertise and quality. Together we can continue to grow and support the legacy of CHI St. Alexius Health for many years to come.CHI St. Alexius Health is a regional health network with a tertiary hospital in Bismarck, the system also consists of critical access hospitals (CAHs) in Carrington, Dickinson, Devils Lake, Garrison, Turtle Lake, Washburn and Williston and numerous clinics and outpatient services. CHI St. Alexius Health manages four CAHs in North Dakota - Elgin, Linton, and Wishek, as well as Mobridge Regional Medical Center in Mobridge, S.D. CHI St. Alexius Health offers a comprehensive line of inpatient and outpatient medical services, including: a Level II Trauma Center, primary and specialty physician clinics, home health and hospice services, durable medical equipment services, a fitness and human performance center and ancillary services throughout western and central North Dakota.CHI St. Alexius Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care.