What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietitian - Food Service - Marcum & Wallace Hospital - PRN position at Mercy Health?
**PRN Position**
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Clinical Nutrition Manager, the Dietitian is responsible for providing basic nutrition assessments, and care planning for patients and residents. Implements business practices in order to uphold company mission and values. Contributes to account revenue and operating profit contribution through the implementation of services.
Job Function:
Maintains and develops, client relationships and client satisfaction for nutrition assessments and care planning of patients.
Accountable for the execution of service quality by maintaining highest level of delivery.
Directs nutrition care of patients with basic nutrition needs including screening, assessment and care planning to ensure patient nutrition needs & customer satisfaction levels are met.
Educates medical staff and counsels patients and their families on proper nutritional care.
Collaborates and communicates with culinary and clinical departments on established processes, nutrition care, special diets and menu requests.
Stays current with most recent nutrition-related trends, research, policy, certifications and standards of practice.
Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local regulations as well as policies and procedures.
Establishes operating standards, implements quality improvements and communicates them to other departments.
Required:
Bachelors Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics from an accredited college or university
Kentucky Dietitian License
Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
Not Applicable
As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, 401K Plan