About this Clinical Dietitian - PRN - Mercy Hospital Jefferson role at Mercy
Find your calling at Mercy!
The Clinical Dietitian is responsible for providing evidence-based clinical nutrition care within assigned areas, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring regulatory compliance. They actively engage in Performance Improvement projects, serve as a nutrition expert in various forums, and assist in training nutrition assistants and food service staff. Additionally, they identify patients at nutrition risk and provide Medical Nutrition Therapy services under the guidance of experienced clinicians or management.Position Details:
Location:
Mercy Hospital Jefferson - Dietitian Services
1400 US Highway 61,
Festus, MO 63028
Hours/Schedule:
PRN(As Needed)
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in nutrition and dietetics
Licensure:
RD (Registered Dietitian) current registration through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
LD (Licensed Dietitian) current practice license for the state of practice or provisional license if allowed in state of practice
Registration eligible candidates in states that allow a provisional license prior to registration, must complete registration requirements within six months of hire.
Credentialing and National Provider Identifier must be completed within six months of hire or registration
Preferred Qualifications:
Education:
Masters degree in dietetics or related field
Experience:
1 year of healthcare experience in clinical dietetics of healthcare food services
Why Mercy?
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
