RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Northern Kentucky
Oakbrook, KY
$10-100/hourOverview
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Description
Registered Dietitian
Dietitian Career Opportunity
Appreciated for your Dietitian Skills
Are you a dedicated dietitian in search of a career that feels close to home and heart? As a dietitian at Encompass Health, you'll play a crucial role in promoting health and wellness through personalized nutrition plans. Your responsibilities will include assessing patients' nutritional needs, developing and implementing dietary plans, and providing education on healthy eating habits. In this role, you will instruct patients on post-discharge diets and monitor their nutritional status. If you're passionate about making a positive impact on individuals' lives through nutrition and are seeking a rewarding career that aligns with your values, consider joining us on our mission to enhance the well-being of the patients we serve in your community.
A Glimpse into Our World
At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Working with us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. Our achievements include being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.
Starting Perks and Benefits
At Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive. From day one, you will have access to:
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
- Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
- Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
- Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
- A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!
Become the Dietitian you always wanted to be
- Communicate with and counsel patients per physician orders and diet instruction.
- Communicate with physicians and other involved disciplines in patient care.
- Evaluate referral orders to determine adequacy of nutrition intake methods.
- Document pertinent information in the patient's medical record according to established standards.
- Implement nutritional care plans, adapt menus, and assist patients with special dietary needs.
- Conduct calorie counts and make appropriate recommendations.
- Review, revise, and sign off menus for nutritional adequacy.
Qualifications
- Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association
- State licensure required.
- Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics preferred.
- Bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited institution with a major in Food & Nutrition.
- One year of Clinical Dietetics experience preferred.
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About Florence, KY
- The cost of living in Florence, KY is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- Florence experiences hot summers with average highs around 86°F and cold winters with average lows around 23°F.
- Be prepared for a range of temperatures throughout the year.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Florence, KY.
- They are relatively easy to find, especially with the assistance of local real estate agents or online rental platforms.
- Florence is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around the city and its surroundings.
- The population of Florence, KY is diverse, with a mix of age groups.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to seasonal temperature variations.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Residents and travel nurses in Florence, KY can enjoy a variety of restaurants offering local and international cuisine.
- The city also has options for art, music, and sports enthusiasts, along with outdoor activities such as hiking and boating in nearby parks and lakes.
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