Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Washington Regional Med. Ctr. - Fayetteville, AR 72703Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Licensed in related fieldJob Shift: DaysJob Category: Nutrition ServicesOrganization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values
Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education. Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for five consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,400+ team members and serve the region with over 40 clinic locations, the region’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center; Washington Regional Total Joint Center; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors.
Position Summary
The role of the Clinical Dietitian reports to the Clinical Nutrition Manager. This position is responsible for providing nutrition care to patients. This position will provide medical nutrition therapy to all patients according to policy and consultation from interdisciplinary staff.
Essential Position Responsibilities
Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external clients
Perform and document nutrition assessment, reassessment, and education according to the nutrition care process
Follow policies and procedures related to patient care, safety, and quality
Responsible for day-to-day operations in managing patient load; works with other RDs to prioritize patient load based on acuity and policy, as well as address any nutrition-related issues that arise
Utilize available formulary products and appropriate usage for age-specific patient populations
Maintain data into event reporting system as needed to ensure safety and quality of care are addressed
Serve as a resource in clinical situations involving nutrition care
Serve as an advocate in representation and support of nutrition services and WRMC’s initiatives
Qualifications
Education: Graduate of an accredited nutrition program
Licensure and Certifications: Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR); Licensed dietitian (must be licensed in Arkansas within 90 days of hire)
Experience: Previous experience in an acute clinical nutrition setting, preferred. This position is available to new graduates.
Work Environment: This position will spend 80% of time standing and/or walking while pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or carrying up to 50 lbs. This position will spend 20% of time sitting while performing work in a standard office setting. This position will be exposed to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
Qualifications
Washington Regional Medical System
Washington Regional Medical System is the only community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas. Our world-class health care system includes:
3,600+ Employees
425-Bed Medical Center
5 Centers of Excellence
- J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute
- Walker Heart Institute
- Women and Infants Center
- Total Joint Center
- Pat Walker Center for Seniors
45+ Clinic Locations – Primary Care, Specialty Care and Urgent Care
Regional Trauma Center
Outreach Services
Washington Regional is committed to improving the health of people in the communities it serves through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education.