Registered Dietitian

The Clinical Dietitian is responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing nutritional care for patients across inpatient and outpatient settings. This role provides individualized medical nutrition therapy and patient/family education to support the prevention and management of disease, optimize patient outcomes, and promote overall health. The Dietitian collaborates with providers, nurses, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team to ensure nutritional interventions align with clinical goals and patient preferences. Additional responsibilities include monitoring patient progress, documenting care in the medical record, participating in quality improvement initiatives, and contributing to nutrition education for patients, families, and staff in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field from an accredited program required.
• Completion of a supervised Dietetic Internship (DI) or coordinated program required.
• Current Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential required.
• Current Oregon Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) license without restriction required.
• Previous experience in a clinical or hospital setting preferred.
• Specialty certification from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) or for diabetics management (CDCES), nutrition support (CNSC), or advanced practice in
clinical nutrition (RD-AP/RDN-AP) preferred.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

•  Conducts comprehensive nutritional assessments by reviewing patient medical history, laboratory results, medications, and dietary habits to identify nutritional risks and needs.
•  Analyzes and interprets laboratory and clinical data (e.g., blood glucose, electrolytes, lipid panels) to guide individualized dietary recommendations and interventions.
•  Develops individualized nutrition care plans that align with patient conditions, clinical diagnoses, and therapeutic diet requirements to support optimal health outcomes.
•  Provides medical nutrition therapy for both inpatient and outpatient populations to manage acute and chronic conditions such as diabetes, renal disease, cardiovascular disease, and gastrointestinal disorders.
•  Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team, including providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, to integrate nutrition strategies into overall patient care plans.
•  Coordinates with nursing and dietary staff to ensure timely, accurate meal delivery in alignment with prescribed diets, including modified or specialized therapeutic diets.
•  Monitors and documents patient progress in the electronic medical record (EMR), updating care plans as needed and ensuring continuity of care.
•  Educates patients and families on nutrition, lifestyle modifications, and therapeutic diets, promoting understanding, adherence, and long-term health outcomes.
•  Collaborates with the Food Services Manager to develop and review patient menus, ensuring meals meet therapeutic, nutritional, and hospital dietary guidelines while supporting patient health and satisfaction.
•  Ensures compliance with hospital policies, state and federal regulations, and accreditation standards related to nutrition services, patient safety, and documentation.
•  Participates in quality improvement initiatives by reviewing patient outcomes, identifying gaps in nutrition care, and recommending process improvements to enhance service delivery.
•  Supports departmental education and mentoring, providing guidance to dietetic interns, new staff, and other healthcare professionals on best practices and clinical nutrition protocols.
• Provide inpatient care to patients and outpatient services to clients referred for nutrition consultations. Support oncology service line with education and guidance to patients.

Skills and Abilities:

•  Knowledge in both inpatient and outpatient diet protocols, including modified, restricted, and specialized diets.
•  Knowledge of medical nutrition therapy with the ability to provide therapeutic nutrition interventions for a variety of acute or chronic conditions.
•  Ability to work collaborate and work effectively with providers, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to integrate nutrition into patient care.
•  Ability to evaluate patient medical history, lab results, and dietary habits to develop individualized nutrition care plans.
•  Ability to analyze information and think critically, interpreting lab results and clinical data to guide nutrition interventions.
•  Ability to prioritize patient care needs, manage caseloads, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced hospital environment.
•  Skilled in communication to educate patients and families about nutrition, lifestyle changes, and diet adherence.
•  Skilled in documentation and record keeping, charting nutrition care, progress notes, and compliance with hospital and regulatory standards.
•  Committed to professional development, staying current with evidence-based practices and clinical nutrition research.
  
  

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

•  Ability to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 20 pounds.
•  Ability to read, analyze, and interpret written materials.
•  Ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone.
•  Must be able to work at a computer for extended periods, including frequent viewing of a computer screen and prolonged sitting.
•  Occasional exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue, communicable diseases, chemicals, including but not limited to sticks or cuts by needles and other sharp items.
• Employee eligible for Hepatitis B Vaccination if desired.
•  Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Expectations for All Employees
Support the organization’s mission, vision and values by adhering to the behavioral standards of Grande Ronde Hospital. Comply with all laws and regulations affecting Grande Ronde Hospital.  Be familiar with and adhere to the Personnel Policy Manual and the Code of Conduct and support the Grande Ronde Hospital Compliance Program.  Effective communication skills and the ability work effectively with people from various backgrounds are critical.

Shift Details:

0800-1630; Mon-Fri with occasional weekend need related to community events.

Compensation:

$38.03-$52.65 DOE

Benefits 

•   Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA and Health Savings Account (HSA) Options
• 401K Plan with Roth Options
• 401K 3% employer match and a 2% base non-elective employer contribution
• Eligibility for company-paid benefits such as life insurance and long-term disability, subject to applicable waiting periods
• Option to elect Supplemental employee, spouse, and child life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts: available for meals in the cafeteria and over-the-counter pharmacy items
• Exercise/Fitness Facility: access to the Rehab Therapy Fitness Center for the employee and dependents

Mission: Grande Ronde Hospital and Clinics will ensure access to high quality, cost-effective health care in a safe and customer-friendly environment for all those in need of our services.
Vision: Quality health care is our mission. Patients are our passion.
Values: Creativity, Compassion, Collaboration, Credibility