Clinic Dietitian - Diabetes and Kidney Center ($10,000 Sign-on Bonus)
US-IA-Cedar Rapids
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Req #: 176148
Type: Full Time Benefits
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Overview: UnityPoint Clinics Clinic Dietician - Diabetes and Kidney Center (onsite) Cedar Rapids, IA Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM $10,000 Sign-On Bonus Make a real impact on patient health as a Dietitian (RD) at our hospital! You'll work closely with an interdisciplinary team to provide expert medical nutrition therapy, guide patients toward their wellness goals, and support optimal outcomes for every patient. This is your chance to apply your knowledge, skills, and compassion in a dynamic healthcare environment. Responsibilities: * Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy: Assess, diagnose, and implement nutrition care plans tailored to each patient's needs. Monitor outcomes such as weight, labs, wound healing, and clinical progress. * Educate & Empower: Offer nutrition education to patients, families, staff, and the community. Develop patient-centered materials and resources that support understanding and long-term health. * Collaborate with Care Teams: Participate in rounds, patient care conferences, and interdisciplinary meetings. Communicate with providers to ensure safe, cost-effective, and high-quality nutrition therapy. * Lead & Mentor: Guide dietetic technicians, interns, and students in delivering nutrition care. Contribute to hospital projects, quality improvement initiatives, and policy development. * Drive Quality & Safety: Implement clinical projects, maintain the enteral formulary, and help advance patient safety goals in nutrition services. Qualifications: Education: * High school diploma or GED, or equivalent. Experience: * 1+ year working with frail or elderly populations - Preferred * 6+ months transporting individuals with special mobility needs - Strongly Preferred License(s)/Certification(s): * Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, required within 30 days * Valid Iowa Chauffeur's License - Required upon hire * Proof of Auto Insurance - Required upon hire * Child & Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training (IA & IL) - Required within 30 days #upc123
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