Registered Dietitian

Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

December 26, 2024

Department:

62791505 Live Well Fitness Center

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

10

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

None

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

* Provide nutrition consultations to employees and community members for healthy lifestyle and weight management needs

* Teach a live, online Weight Management Program

* Conduct Body Gem resting metabolism testing.

* Provide lunch and learns and webinars

* Create informational materials for nutrition

* Work collaboratively with an integrated wellness team of exercise physiologists, nutritionists and wellbeing coaches.

* .25 FTE (20-hours per 2-week schedule)

* 8-hour day shifts

* No weekends

Plans, directs and provides medical nutrition therapy to inpatients, outpatients and staff within the community. Assesses nutritional status and provides individualized nutrition care plans and education from the analysis of the medical record and patient information. Provides nutrition education within the organization and community.

Principle Responsibilities

* Patient Care

* Develops individualized nutrition care plans for medically unstable patients of all ages.

* Assesses need for, delivers and evaluates effect of nutrition counseling for clients of varying medical problems.

* Utilizes nutrition screens/assessment tools to address identified needs for patients.

* May require development of therapeutic plans for specialized nutrition support, including enteral and parenteral nutrition.

* Assesses needs and identifies designated resources to initiate follow-up nutrition care.

* Works in collaboration with health team members, patients and families in the care process.

* Documents patient information and communication in the electronic medical record.

* Nutrition Education

* Coordinates work experiences for internship learning goals, monitors and evaluates progress.

* Provides nutrition education to hospital support groups and the community.

* Provides education follow-up to align with patient treatment goals.

* May assist in developing and revising patient education materials and protocols.

* Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in Nutrition Services or Dietetics, and successful completion of an Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) accredited and supervised practice program

* 2 to 5 years of experience working in a hospital and/or clinic setting

* Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy

Preferred Qualifications

* Master's degree in Clinical Nutrition, Biochemistry, Education or Public Health

Licenses/Certifications

* Registered Dietitian - Commission on Dietetic Registration Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics required from the State of Minnesota upon hire

* Certified Diabetes Educator - National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators preferred upon hire

* Registered with Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) Registered with Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) upon hire required

* Certified Nutrition Support Dietitian (CNSD) Certified Nutrition Support Dietitian (CNSD) upon hire preferred

* Valid Driver's License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver's license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment if providing services for Home Care and Hospice

Physical Demands

* Sedentary:

* Lifting weight Up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $28.67 to $39.29 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) - voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

* Medical/Dental

* PTO/Time Away

* Retirement Savings Plans

* Life Insurance

* Short-term/Long-term Disability

* Paid Caregiver Leave

* Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)

* Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable

* Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

* Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

* Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.