Dietitian

Overview Dietitian role at Encompass Health. Responsibilities include assessing patients' nutritional needs, developing and implementing dietary plans, and providing education on healthy eating habits. You will educate patients on post-discharge diets and monitor their nutritional status. This position aims to positively impact patients through nutrition in a rewarding, community-oriented environment. Responsibilities Assess patients' nutritional needs and develop individualized dietary plans. Instruct patients on post-discharge diets and monitor nutritional status. Provide education to patients and families on healthy eating habits. Communicate with physicians and other care team members; document in the medical record according to established standards. Implement nutritional care plans, adapt menus, and assist patients with special dietary needs. Conduct calorie counts and make appropriate recommendations. Review, revise, and sign off menus for nutritional adequacy. Qualifications Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association. State licensure required. Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics preferred. Bachelor's or advanced degree in Food & Nutrition from an accredited institution. One year of clinical dietetics experience preferred. Employment details Position: Dietitian (Part-time) Location: Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pensacola, Pensacola, FL Base pay range: $50,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr Seniority level: Entry level About Encompass Health Encompass Health is a national inpatient rehabilitation leader with over 150 locations and a team of 36,000. We are committed to diversity and equal employment opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr