Clinical Dietitian

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 About Chelsea Hospital

Chelsea Hospital is a 103-bed, not-for-profit hospital established in 1970 leading the way in patient safety in satisfaction. Located in Chelsea, Michigan, Chelsea Hospital is a joint venture between Trinity Health and University of Michigan Health. These two award-winning health systems bring new services to Chelsea, while sharing resources, best practices and more to drive innovation and a higher level of care. Chelsea Hospital is nationally recognized for both quality of care and patient satisfaction and was named a Fortune/PINC 100 Top Hospital in 2023 and a Top Community Hospital by Becker’s Healthcare Review.

Total Rewards and Benefits:

·       Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY

·       Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.

·       Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability

·       Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions

·       Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health

·       Tuition Reimbursement

Position Summary

• Provides quality patient care by considering the age specific, development and cultural needs through competent clinical practice.  Demonstrates unit/area competencies.
• Identifies and assists in resolution of problems related to safety, sanitation and maintenance of the environment.
• Practices effective communication in all interactions (patient, visitor, co-worker, etc.)
• Promotes a positive work environment by demonstrating teamwork.
• Revise patient education materials as needed.
• Catch up Monday on RD work deferred from the weekend (such as screen referrals for low risk assessments, nutrition education).
• Coordinating ordering/maintaining office supplies through Food Service department secretary.
• Comply with hospital requirements for staff ie, annual mandatory learning.
• Provide education in services to other departments as needed.
• Fulfill all requirements of clinical RD position, including but not limited to: nutrition screens, assessments of patients at nutritional risk, including age and development level, follow up on TPN or tube fed patients, tabulate calorie counts and perform nutrition education on nutrient-drug interactions.
• Participates in multidisciplinary committees and task forces as assigned.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in nutrition/dietetics or foods and. Masters degree in nutrition or related field preferred.

Completion of an approved hospital dietetic internship program or its equivalent is necessary.

Registration through the Commission on Dietetic Registration necessary

Registry Eligible- registry must be completed within 90 days of hire

Experience:

Two or more years of progressively more responsible experience preferably in lifestyle change management

Licensure:

Registered Dietitian or

Registry eligible - registry must be completed within 90 days of hire

Member of the ADA.

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.