Registered Dietitian

About the Role

Full and part-time positions available at Bon Secours Southside Regional Medical Center in Petersburg, VA.

Full-Time: Starting salary $65,000 (negotiable based on experience). Part-Time: Starting hourly rate $35/hr (negotiable based on experience) for 24 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Complete nutrition assessments and follow-ups for individuals with increased nutritional needs in accordance with facility policies.
• Document assessment of nutritional goals and/or changes in status in the medical record.
• Educate individuals and/or their family members on nutritional needs as indicated.
• Attend patient rounds on assigned floors.
• Inform nursing and physicians of changes in patient/resident nutritional status.
• Participate in patient/resident satisfaction programs with culinary and nutrition services.
• Ensure processes are followed and participate in performance improvements within trouble areas.
• Educate staff, nursing, and food service employees on issues regarding special diets or formulas.
• Review and approve menus, formularies, substitutions, or changes.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Clinical Nutrition Manager, Lead Clinical Dietitian, or DFNS.

Skills

• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals of all backgrounds.
• Communication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication.
• Customer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations.
• Professionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanor.
• Proactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs.
• Team Player: Willingness to provide support where needed to achieve outcomes.
• Business Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings.
• Organization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian with the Commission of Dietetic Registration and licensed dietitian as required per state regulations.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or related field.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards.
• Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various software.

Benefits

• Paid time off (vacation and sick).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Career development and ongoing training.
• Paid CDR fees and FREE monthly CEUs.

Pay

Full-Time: Starting salary $65,000 (negotiable based on experience). Part-Time: Starting hourly rate $35/hr (negotiable based on experience) for 24 hours per week.

About the Company

HHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, nutrition services, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries. The company supports and encourages growth from within and values diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.