Position Summary

Works under the supervision of Director of Support Services; the Registered Dietitian develops nutritional guidelines and therapeutic menus for patients based on their physical condition and necessary dietary restrictions, consults with physicians and nurses in regard to individual meal plans. The Registered Dietitian teaches patients and their families about sound nutritional principles, when selecting and preparing food and maintaining accurate records.

Essential Functions

 Plans, coordinates and delegates clinical activities while providing leadership and guidance to DTR and Nutritional Services team members in problem solving, resource management, and outcome achievement.

 Educates inpatients on modifications to their diet. Educates outpatients on modified diets as ordered by a physician. Educates patients/staff on drug nutrient interactions.

 Assists with supplemental feeding recommendations including enteral and parenteral nutrition recommendations. Monitors and recommends Medical Nutrition Therapy for those patients who are considered at nutritional risk.

 Writes and approves menu for room service and diet manual.

 Participates in garden activities, community events and educational presentations.

 Maintains compliances and documentation for The Joint Commission, federal, state and local regulatory laws, standards and protocols.

 Focuses on continuous process improvement and departmental goals that align with organization goals.

Position Requirements

 Bachelor of Science Degree, current licensure in the State of Ohio and Registered Dietitian status required.

 A minimum five years experience in clinical dietetics in a health care facility.

 Previous experience in food service management desirable

 Attends professional affiliations as appropriate and participate in educational