Registered Dietitian

Pride health is seeking a qualified Registered Dietitian (RD) to provide comprehensive medical nutrition therapy, nutrition care, and preventive counseling across an acute care setting in Bemidji, MN, 56601
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. The dietitian will assess nutritional status, develop individualized nutrition care plans, implement evidence-based interventions, educate patients and healthcare teams, and monitor outcomes for patients across the lifespan.

• Provide medical nutrition therapy and comprehensive nutrition care to patients of all ages, including neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations, as assigned.
• Conduct thorough nutritional assessments and determine individualized nutrition needs.
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans based on clinical condition, nutritional status, and identified risks.
• Recommend and implement appropriate nutrition therapies, including diet modifications, nutrition support, oral nutrition supplements, and provider order recommendations.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling related to disease management, medical conditions, health risks, and preventive care.
• Support patient self-management education and skills for individuals with chronic conditions.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of nutrition interventions and treatments using an evidence-based approach.
• Consider patients' cultural, ethnic, and religious beliefs when developing nutrition interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Participate in the development and implementation of nutrition care protocols for the assigned area.
• Serve as a clinical resource and leader for the healthcare team regarding nutrition therapies.
• Monitor patient progress and evaluate outcomes of medical nutrition therapy interventions.
• Provide education regarding appropriate diets based on disease state, medical condition, and health risk.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EPIC electronic medical record.

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Food and Nutrition, or a related field through an ACEND-accredited program
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• For individuals qualifying to take the registration examination after January 1, 2024, a master's degree is required under current ACEND/CDR eligibility requirements.
• Completion of clinical nutrition experience through an approved coordinated undergraduate program or successful completion of a postgraduate dietetic internship.
• Current Registered Dietitian (RD) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Strong clinical nutrition assessment, counseling, and care-planning skills.
• Ability to work effectively with patients across diverse age groups and backgrounds.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
• Contract Length-13 Weeks with Possible extension
• Candidates within 60 miles of the facility will not be considered.
• Shift
  Schedule
  -Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM; flexible scheduling options may be considered
• Pay Rate
  -$50.00-$60.00 Per Hour

Offered pay rate will be based on experience, qualifications, and applicable healthcare credentials.

• comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans)
• supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity)
• 401(k)-retirement savings
• life & disability insurance
• an employee assistance program
• legal support
• auto insurance
• home insurance
• pet insurance
• employee discounts with preferred vendors

Pride-Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pride-Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pride-Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.