Inpatient Rehabilitation Clinical Dietitian

Baptist Memorial Rehabilitation Hospital seeks a Clinical Dietitian to provide evidence-based medical nutrition therapy to adult rehab patients in an inpatient setting. In this role, you will perform nutrition assessments, develop and adjust individualized care plans, and collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and therapists to support recovery from complex illnesses, injuries, and surgeries. Responsibilities include patient and family education, EMR documentation, participation in interdisciplinary rounds, and adherence to regulatory standards. Join a compassionate, patient-centered team committed to restoring independence and supporting professional growth. Job Responsibilities Provide individualized medical nutrition therapy for inpatient rehabilitation patients based on clinical assessments and physician orders Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and case managers to develop and adjust interdisciplinary care plans Conduct nutrition screenings, comprehensive assessments, and reassessments to support recovery and prevent complications Educate patients and families on diet, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term health and independence Monitor patients' progress, document care in the electronic medical record, and adjust interventions as needed Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines Participate in team rounds, case conferences, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes Coordinate with food and nutrition services to align menus and supplements with clinical nutrition prescriptions Key Competencies Medical nutrition therapy Clinical nutrition assessment Enteral and parenteral nutrition Nutrition care planning Electronic medical records (EMR) documentation Interdisciplinary care coordination Patient and family nutrition education Nutrition-focused physical exam Regulatory and compliance standards (e.g., Joint Commission) Evidence-based practice in clinical nutrition Benefits Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential State of Tennessee dietitian/nutritionist licensure or eligibility Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr Nutritioncare