✓You’ll need

Licensure

✓State of Idaho Licensed Dietitian (LD) and CDR Registered Dietitian (RD) required

Certifications

✓BLS required

Kootenai Health approved specialty certification preferred

Education

✓Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or a related field required

Qualifications

✓Minimum of 1 year of experience in an acute care environment or completion of a coordinated undergraduate program (CUP) with a dietetic internship of no less than 900 hours under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian required

✓Proficient in Microsoft Office, Meditech, and Nutrition Care Manual

Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics preferred

+Benefits

Medical, dental and visionTuition assistanceRetirement planShift differentials

About the role

The position is responsible for coordinating all phases of patient nutrition care including nutrition assessments, interventions, monitoring, education of hospitalized patients and outpatients in a variety of settings.

The position is responsible for coordinating all phases of patient nutrition care including nutrition assessments, interventions, monitoring, education of hospitalized patients and outpatients in a variety of settings. Responsibilities
Provides high quality, evidence based, efficient and patient-focused medical nutrition therapy to patients by identifying and providing age specific nutrition counseling to meet the cultural needs of the patients and their families
Establishes individualized plans of care for each assigned patient, planning menus in accordance with patient dietary requirements, providing instruction for normal or therapeutic nutrition; monitors and revises care plans as needed
Coordinates food service procurement for assigned patient(s), production and distribution
Provides technical guidance and advises other personnel assigned to patient(s) with planning, preparing and serving food in order to achieve specific health related goal(s)
Provides patient, professional and nutrition staff education, as needed
Coordinates with other Clinical Dietitians to ensure continuum of care during shift changes, patient transfers, and discharges
Refers more complex issues to higher-level staff and leadership as needed
Performs duties in support of and in compliance with organizational initiatives, performance improvement plans, DNV and other licensing, accrediting, and regulatory agencies
Performs chart reviews as needed
Compliant with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within clinical nutrition
Performs other related duties as assigned
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned Requirements and

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or a related field required
Minimum of 1 year of experience in an acute care environment or completion of a coordinated undergraduate program (CUP) with a dietetic internship of no less than 900 hours under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian required
State of Idaho Licensed Dietitian (LD) and CDR Registered Dietitian (RD) required
BLS required
Kootenai Health approved specialty certification preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Meditech, and Nutrition Care Manual
Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics preferred Working Conditions
Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs
Must be able to maintain a sitting position
Typical equipment used in a clinical and office job
Repetitive movements About Kootenai Health: Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider. As your next employer, we are excited to offer you: Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employer‑paid options for eligible full‑time employees, plus affordable plans for part‑time staff. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees Tuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growth Retirement plans with pre‑tax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%–6% Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials Award‑winning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps PerkSpot discounts providing access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categories And an employee referral bonus program Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you! Apply today! Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.

Clinical Dietitian

About the role