Nutrition Specialist

Exciting Opportunity for Passionate Nutrition Specialists! Are you a dedicated nutrition expert seeking a fulfilling career that brings you closer to your community? Join us at Encompass Health, where you will have the chance to make a significant impact on health and wellness through tailored nutrition plans. As part of our team, your role will involve: Assessing patients' nutritional requirements. Developing and implementing personalized dietary plans. Educating patients on healthy eating practices. Instructing patients on post-discharge diets and monitoring their nutritional progress. If you are driven by the goal of enhancing individuals' lives through nutrition, we invite you to consider being a part of our mission to improve well-being in your community. A Glimpse into Our Culture Upon joining Encompass Health, you will quickly recognize a supportive and thriving work environment, which is endorsed by our recognition as one of the 'World's Most Admired Companies' and among the 'Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®.' Perks and Benefits We are dedicated to your success and well-being from day one, offering: Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families. Generous paid time off that accumulates over time. Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and ongoing education. Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans. Flexible spending and health savings accounts. A vibrant community of passionate individuals. Become the Nutrition Specialist You Aspire to Be! Your responsibilities will include: Communicating with and counseling patients based on physician orders and dietary guidelines. Collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals involved in patient care. Evaluating referral orders to ensure adequate nutrition intake methods. Documenting relevant information in patients' medical records in accordance with established standards. Implementing nutritional care plans and assisting patients with special dietary needs. Conducting calorie counts and making suitable recommendations. Reviewing and signing off on menus to ensure 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 focus in Food & Nutrition. One year of clinical dietetics experience preferred.