Dietitian

OverviewAt CHI Health Mercy Corning our mission has been to nurture and enhance the quality of life for residents of Adams and Taylor counties in Iowa. Whether its providing emergency care to a child detecting a disease early enough to save a patients life or restoring a senior citizens mobility and independence after an injury or fall CHI Health Mercy Corning provides comprehensive care in familiar surroundings. Our physicians and mid-level practitioners work with a full complement of advanced technology to bring quality care to you. Our medical staff offers a wide range of medical specialities from primary care to oncology.Responsibilities

Practices and performs at the minimum competent level as outlined by the current Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Scope of Practice in Nutrition and Dietetics (SOP) and Standards of Professional Performance for Registered Dietetics (SOPP).

Develops and implements a patient plan of care based on evidence-based practice and an assessment of nutritional needs.

Interprets, evaluates, and utilizes pertinent current research related to nutritional care.

Evaluates nutritional interventions and provides follow up to ensure continuity of care.

Counsels individuals and families in nutritional principles, dietary plans, and food selection, adapting plans to the individual.

Clearly and concisely communicates appropriate nutritional care data through all record systems.

Participates in health team meetings and serves as the expert on nutritional care.

Promotes communication between departments as a patient advocate to facilitate patient care. Provides nutrition education to hospital personnel and community.

QualificationsRequired:-Bachelor’s Degree-Be registered as a Dietitian (RD) by Commission on Dietetic Registration.-Be a Licensed Dietitian in Iowa.-Outpatient Oncology: Must also be certified as a Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition (CSO) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration within 36 months from date of hire.-Diabetes Educator: Must also be certified as a Diabetes Educator (CDE) within 39 months of hire.#LI-CHIPay Range$21.80 - $31.62 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.