Dietitian

Provides individualized medical nutrition therapy to ambulatory and hospitalized patients as a part of a multidisciplinary team in a tertiary care center. Serves as a consultant on nutrition care for other members of the health care team. Applies evidenced-based medical nutrition therapy standards of care to incorporate the nutrition care process: nutrition assessment/re-assessment, nutrition diagnosis, nutrition intervention, and nutrition monitoring/evaluation. Completes thorough assessment, including nutrition focused physical exams, review of medical record for anthropometrics, medical history, labs, food allergies/intolerances, and drug-nutrient interactions. Identifies diagnostic criteria, including malnutrition. Interventions include developing advanced/specialized nutrition plans and writing orders/recommendations for therapeutic diets, oral nutrition supplementation, vitamin and mineral repletion, and nutrition support (enteral and parenteral) for high acuity/medically complex patients. Provides nutrition education/ counseling utilizing principles of motivational interviewing. Empowers family and caregivers to support medically complex patients with therapeutic diet prescribed. Coordinates ongoing nutrition care for patients, facilities, caregivers, and durable medical equipment companies. Completes documentation in electronic health record per institution standards. Contributes to financial and clinical outcomes through implementation of services. Awareness of accreditation and regulatory guidelines that relate to nutrition.  

Works collaboratively with colleagues throughout the enterprise to develop MNT practice guidelines and/or protocols, curriculum and nutrition education materials. Precepts dietetic interns; mentors and trains new staff. Provides direction and collaborat with dietetic technicians and administrative support staff. 

Works collaboratively with providers and other allied health care staff to develop and deliver programs and services that promote both therapeutic and wellness initiatives. Researches best practice to ensure effective interventions and measures outcomes of interventions. Demonstrates effective public speaking/presentation skills.

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or related field. Graduate of an Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) accredited internship or approved training program. Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Minnesota as a Licensed Dietitian; must meet requirements for licensure within 6 months of hire. Previous clinical dietetics experience. Advanced degree in nutrition or related field and/or additional nutrition-related specialty certifications are preferred. Commission on Dietetic Registration credential; must be registered within 6 months of hire).