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Job description
Your experience matters
At University Hospitals Rehabilitation Hospital, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce who can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. In your role, you'll support those that are in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members. We believe that our collective efforts will shape a healthier future for the communities we serve.
How you'll contribute
Dietician approves menus including modified diets, provides nutritional assessments for patients as needed, and provides counsel to patients and their families on dietary plans, food selections, preparation, and nutritional principles. The Dietician monitors the performance improvement plans of the Dietary Services department and provides input in the development and implementation of patient care plans in relation to nutritional needs.
What we offer
Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
Professional development and growth opportunities
Qualifications and requirements
Bachelor's degree in coursework approved by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE) of the American Dietetic Association (ADA), or a post-bachelor's certificate in dietetics.
State licensure or certification, if required by state law.
Registered Dietitian credential required.
Previous acute care experience preferred.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Essential Functions:
Assess patients' nutritional status according to established standards and complete nutrition assessments within required timeframes.
Review medical records to determine each patient's nutritional status and develop nutrition care plans for patients in the rehabilitation setting.
Honor patients' cultural, religious, and ethnic food preferences when possible and not contraindicated.
Evaluate patient response to nutrition interventions and revise the nutrition care plan as needed.
Communicate with the interdisciplinary team regarding appropriate nutrition interventions.
Assist with the development, implementation, and consistent delivery of patient nutrition care programs.
Interact professionally with staff, patients, and family members. Provide nutrition education and counseling to patients and families as indicated.
Follow patient safety practices and established care procedures to reduce the risk of preventable errors.
Assist with facility orientation and in-service education for new employees as requested.
Maintain effective working relationships within the department and with other departments.
Complete documentation in accordance with current standards and policies, including admission documentation and updates to the interdisciplinary care plan as appropriate.
Conduct in-service education for hospital staff as requested.
Demonstrate the ability to work independently, remain organized, adapt to changing priorities, and function effectively in stressful situations.
About Us
University Hospitals Rehabilitation Hospital is a 50 bed hospital located in Beachwood OH, and is part of Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier ® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters
EEOC Statement
" University Hospitals Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Beckett Springs is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."
Worksite address
beachwood, OH, 44122, US
Who can apply
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