Clinical Dietitian General Posting-Completing or New Grads Welcome

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Location: BBC Bronson Battle Creek, BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital

Title

Clinical Dietitian General Posting-Completing or New Grads Welcome

Clinical Dietitian Role Summary

The Clinical Dietitian is an integral member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, responsible for providing patient-centered nutrition care and supporting positive health outcomes.

This role involves assessing patients' nutritional needs, developing and implementing individualized nutrition care plans, monitoring and evaluating patient progress, and communicating results appropriately.

The dietitian utilizes current evidence-based research and clinical guidelines to deliver high-quality care while considering each patient's unique cultural, social, and health-related needs.

In collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, the Clinical Dietitian helps coordinate care, establish priorities, and meet deadlines to ensure effective patient treatment.

The role also includes educating patients, families, caregivers, staff, and community members through individual and group programs that promote health and wellness.

Strong communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills are essential, as the dietitian works directly with diverse patient populations and actively contributes to improving community health outcomes.

Employees in this position must demonstrate competencies specific to the populations they serve and maintain a commitment to delivering compassionate, inclusive, and evidence-based nutrition care.

Make a Difference Through Nutrition Care

Bronson is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused Clinical Dietitian to join our multidisciplinary healthcare team. In this role, you will provide evidence-based nutrition care that positively impacts patient health outcomes across diverse populations.

Working closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals, you will assess nutritional needs, develop individualized care plans, provide education, and support patients and families throughout their healthcare journey.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dietitian who is passionate about clinical excellence, patient advocacy, and promoting healthier communities through nutrition education and intervention.

What You'll Do

As a Clinical Dietitian, You Will

• Assess patients' nutritional status using anthropometric, biochemical, laboratory, and clinical data.
• Identify patients at nutritional risk and develop individualized nutrition care plans.
• Monitor patient progress and modify interventions based on clinical outcomes and changing needs.
• Provide medical nutrition therapy and evidence-based nutrition recommendations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support comprehensive patient care.
• Educate patients, families, caregivers, and staff through individual and group education programs.

Participate in discharge planning and ensure continuity of care through follow-up recommendations and communication with providers.

Utilize electronic medical records to document assessments, interventions, outcomes, and care plans accurately.

• Apply current nutrition research, guidelines, and best practices to clinical decision-making.
• Support quality improvement initiatives, compliance activities, and community wellness programs.
• Promote culturally sensitive, patient-centered care that respects diversity and individual needs.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field.
• Master's degree required for candidates obtaining Registered Dietitian credentials in 2024 and beyond, in accordance with current credentialing requirements.
• Completion of an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program, including:
• Dietetic Internship Program
• Individual Supervised Practice Pathway
• Coordinated Program
• Future Graduate Program

International Dietitian Education Program

Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential, or ability to obtain within six months of hire.

Preferred

• Previous clinical nutrition experience in an acute care, outpatient, or specialty setting.
• Specialized certifications or progress toward certifications related to area of practice, such as CDCES for Diabetes Education.
• Experience with nutrition-focused physical exams, motivational interviewing, and medical nutrition therapy.
• What Makes You Successful

The Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous learning.
• Exceptional collaboration skills and a team-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Frequent walking, standing, sitting, bending, and stooping.
• Occasional lifting of light-weight objects.
• Sustained concentration and attention to detail while working with electronic systems and patient documentation.
• Ability to manage a fast-paced clinical environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.

Why Join Bronson?

At Bronson, you'll be part of a healthcare organization dedicated to improving lives through exceptional patient care. You'll work alongside talented professionals who share a commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassionate service. If you're passionate about helping patients achieve better health through nutrition, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help transform lives through the power of nutrition.

Shift: Variable

• Time Type
• Part time
• Scheduled Weekly Hours
• 10
• Cost Center
• 1605 Clinical Nutrition (BMH)

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