Clinical Dietitian: Acute-Care Nutrition & Education

Job Description Performs the clinical nutrition activities of the patient care areas to ensure optimal nutritional care and education of patients in accordance with established standards of care, compliance with The Joint Commission, state standards, and other regulatory requirements. Supports medical and nursing staff to optimize nutrition care through evidence-based practices. Principal Accountabilities Assess the nutrition status of patients on appropriate biochemical, anthropometric, physical and dietary data. Performs nutrition counseling and education to patients and/or family members. Maintains quality assurance and evaluates compliance with corporate policies and procedures and State and Federal guidelines. Develops and participates in educational sessions for staff to increase nutritional knowledge and improve patient care. Maintains accurate records to meet regulatory agency guidelines and assists in statistical analysis of data and action plans for performance improvement initiatives. Participated in the efforts of department PI projects and clinical nutrition programs. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Required: Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics. Must be a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND). Preferred: Master's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics. 2–3 years of experience in acute care clinical nutrition or relevant area. Benefits Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role‑specific enhancements highlighted: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members) Life & AD&D Insurance. Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement) 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution PTO & Paid Sick Leave Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave Backup and On-Site Childcare Well-Being Rewards Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance EEO Statement Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status. Job Information Minimum Salary (Hourly Rate): 33.330000 Maximum Salary (Hourly Rate): 58.670000 Assignment Category: Per Diem Hours per Week: 0.01 Primary Shift: Varies Salary Admin Plan: ALH #J-18808-Ljbffr South Mississippi Mental Health Center