Inpatient Dietitian - Atrium Health Cabarrus PRN

Position Overview Clinical Nutrition Dietitian – Part time, 4 hours per week, variable schedule, pay $38.00 per hour, benefits not eligible. Provides medical nutrition therapy (MNT) services including assessment, education, monitoring, and implementation for patient‑assigned units. Responsibilities Assesses nutritional status of patients utilizing current scientific literature on methodology and relates this information to medical status, anthropometric data, clinical assessment and dietary evaluation of the patient. Completes all required documentation including nutritional care plan, assessments, consultations, nutrient intake analyses and patient education in the patient's medical record and on all required documentation tools in a timely, professional and thorough manner. Provides and assesses effectiveness of patient and family education. Develops, evaluates and utilizes appropriate education materials for patients. Identifies learning needs using methods appropriate to each patient's developmental and educational level; evaluates and documents learner response to teaching. Completes consults as ordered by physicians and nurses. Consults with physicians, nurses, clinical dietitians and others to coordinate nutrition into a total patient therapy program. Participates in conducting meal rounds to assess nutritional intake and status of patients on assigned units and to assess quality of patient meal service. Advises department on patient care and food service issues. Teaches and disseminates results and findings of nutrition research to medical staff, nursing, pharmacy, patients, and public. Arranges for the provision of appropriate care for newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult and older adult patients. Physical Requirements Must be able to see objects closely and far away as in reading; discriminate color occasionally and perceive depth rarely; hear normal sounds with some background noise; give and receive verbal communications; read written communications both hard copy and on a computer screen; lift and carry objects weighing 25 pounds or less occasionally; push/pull objects using moderate effort occasionally; frequently turn, climb stairs, grasp, and manipulate fingers; infrequently squat, twist, bend, and walk, stand, sit; occasionally use arm–hand coordination. Able to perform tasks requiring arm–hand coordination. Licensure, Registration & Certification Registered Dietitian (RDN) by the Commission of Dietetic Registration and licensed by affiliated state board as applicable, or successful completion of the RDN exam and registration & licensing within six months of employment. Education Minimum of bachelor’s degree in food and nutrition or related field if CDR registration eligibility is obtained prior to January 1, 2024; or minimum of master’s degree if initial CDR registration is obtained on or after January 1, 2024. Experience None required. Compensation & Benefits Pay range: $38.00–$38.00 per hour. Base compensation listed within the pay range based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training. Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate’s job. Incentive pay for select positions. Opportunity for annual increases based on performance. Benefits Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short‑ and long‑term disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary). Please ask a recruiter for more information during an interview. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. #J-18808-Ljbffr Atrium Health