Clin Dietitian

Clinical Dietitian, Cardiac Rehab

PRN/OCC, Variable Hours, Day Shift

Parkwest Overview:

Headquartered in Knoxville, Covenant Health is a community-owned integrated healthcare delivery system and the area’s largest employer.

Parkwest is Covenant Health’s and West Knoxville’s premier medical facility and a top-performing heart hospital, offering our patients world-class treatment with all the convenience and warmth of home.

In addition to providing the area’s leading cardiac services, Parkwest has been nationally recognized for award-winning care throughout our facility. For 2020-21, Parkwest received recognition from

U.S. News & World Reportas one of the “Top 10” hospitals in Tennessee.

Knoxville located inEast Tennessee is the third largest in the state, well-known for itsproximity to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park,and is the home of the University of Tennessee.Go Vols! Living in Knoxville means experiencing all four seasons. Best of all, each of them is pretty mild!

Combine all that with the abundant natural beauty of the surrounding mountains, and you have a city that truly offers something for everyone. Knoxville has a vibrant arts culture, seasonal festivals, top-notch foodie and incredible outdoor recreation. It’s a perfect blend of big-city amenities and Southern charm.

Position Summary:

Assesses individual diet habits, counsels on diet modifications, and provides nutritional education to referred patients with chronic diseases.

Recruiter:
Kathleen Rice ||

• Documents all relevant aspects of nutritional care for patients in accordance with departmental standards.
• Performs nutritional assessments as determined.
• Attends health care team meetings regularly to discuss patient care needs.
• Educates patients on long term nutritional care through individual counseling, group classes and community speaking engagements.
• Updates nutrition education materials and lesson plans on a regular basis.
• Serves as an educational resource to nursing and medical personnel.
• Assists with care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.
• Maintains department records, reports and files as required.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Education:

None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.

Minimum Experience:

One (1) year ADA approved experience or MS Nutrition plus six (6) months ADA approved experience

Licensure Requirement:

Must hold current registration from the Commission on Dietetic Registration, the credentialing agency for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Must hold a current license from the State of Tennessee Division of Health Related Boards.