Clinical Dietitian

Clinical Dietitian

The Clinical Dietitian provides medical nutrition therapy using the nutrition care process in the assessment and re-assessment of patients/clients in both individual and group settings. The RD will be responsible for the care of inpatient and outpatient populations of different age groups including infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Nutrition care will include oral, enteral, and parenteral regimens.

32 hours per week

Shift: 8:00am-4:30pm

3 days per week in NICU

Education:

- Bachelor's degree from a US regionally accredited university or college and course work accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

- Complete an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program

- Passed a national certification examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) to become a Registered Dietitian (RD)

- Valid license as a Registered Dietitian for the state of Missouri

Licensures/

Certifications:

BLS- required

Experience:

- Three years of experience in nutrition and dietetics- preferred

- Two years of experience in clinical dietetics and adult education- preferred

Why Work at Saint Francis?

Saint Francis Healthcare System began in 1875 when three courageous Franciscan Sisters answered a call to care for those in need. What started as a 12‑bed hospital has grown into the region's leading healthcare system—recognized nationally for exceptional quality, safety, and patient experience.

Today, Saint Francis serves more than 715,000 people across five states. With a 306‑bed Medical Center, nearly 3,000 team members, and over 300 providers, Saint Francis is not only the largest healthcare system between St. Louis and Memphis—it's a powerful economic anchor for the communities it serves.

You'll find more than 50 specialties, the region's only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center, and southeast Missouri's first Level III NICU. The system's employed physician group, Saint Francis Medical Partners, supports more than 40 outreach clinics and 70% of the area's primary care providers.

A Mission That Matters

At Saint Francis, you're not just doing a job - you're part of a Catholic healing ministry rooted in compassion, dignity, and service. Every action is inspired by a commitment to honor human life and care for every person who walks through the doors.

Mission

To provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality, and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ.

Vision

To be a leading Catholic healthcare system that celebrates and protects the gift of life by providing exceptional patient outcomes in quality, safety, access and value.

Values You Can Feel Every Day

• Integrity:
  Doing what's right, even when no one is watching

• Stewardship:
  Managing resources wisely for the future

• Faith:
  Believing in a purpose greater than ourselves

• Hope:
  Lifting up those who feel discouraged

• Joy:
  Serving others with a grateful, happy heart

• Compassion:
  Seeing others through Christ's eyes

• Excellence:
  Always striving to be the best

• Dignity:
  Respecting human life from beginning to end

If You're Looking to Make a True Impact…

Saint Francis offers a workplace where your work has purpose, your team feels like family, and your contributions support a mission that has been changing lives for more than 150 years.

Total Rewards

Our most important asset is our colleagues. That's why Saint Francis Healthcare System offers a comprehensive benefits program to meet all your needs. Colleagues working at least 24 hours per week will have access to our Total Rewards package as outlined below.

• Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision - available on the first of the month after hire date

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