Dietitian (RD)

US-IA-Des Moines

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Req #: 180671
Type: Part Time Benefits

UnityPoint Health

				Overview:

Are you passionate about helping patients heal through nutrition? Join our care team as a Registered Dietitian (RD) and play a vital role in improving health outcomes through personalized, evidence-based nutrition care.

Responsibilities:

* Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and develop individualized care plans  
* Deliver and adjust medical nutrition therapy based on patient needs and clinical status  
* Monitor progress using key indicators like labs, weight, and overall condition  
* Document care clearly and accurately in the electronic medical record. 
* Provide tailored nutrition education to patients, families, and care teams  
* Develop and update educational materials to support diverse patient needs  
* Promote understanding of nutrition's role in recovery and wellness. 
* Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, care conferences, and hospital committees  
* Partner with providers to optimize treatment plans and ensure safe, effective care 

Qualifications:

Education: 

* Master's degree in Dietetics or a related field meeting Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) requirements (required for candidates credentialed after January 1, 2024) 
* Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or AND approved field accepted for those credentialed prior to 2024 
* Completion of an accredited dietetic internship, coordinated program, or postgraduate program (required) 

Experience: 

* 1+ year of experience as a clinical dietitian in an acute care setting (preferred for entry-level candidates)  
* 3+ years of acute care clinical experience (preferred for advanced-level candidates) 

License(s)/Certification(s): 

* Current Registered Dietitian (RD) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) (required upon hire) 
* Active state licensure/certification as a Dietitian (based on state of practice) (required upon hire) 
* Completion of required state-specific mandatory reporter training (child and dependent adult abuse) within 90 days of hire 
* Preferred Certifications (nice to have) 
* Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) 
* Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) 
* Board Certification in specialty areas (Oncology, Gerontology, Renal, or Pediatric Critical Care Nutrition)
			
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