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Registered Dietitian PRN

Corewell Health, Grand Rapids, MI, United States


Job Summary
A practitioner with a level of knowledge, skills and experience in dietetics practice necessary to be competent as a Registered Dietitian professional.

The Registered Dietitian's primary responsibilities include direct patient care through application of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP), which includes the completion of the nutrition assessment, determination of the nutrition diagnosis, development of nutrition‑focused evidence‑based interventions (e.g., nutrition prescription, diet/feeding order), coordination of services related to Medical Nutrition Therapy, and ongoing nutrition monitoring and evaluation. The role also provides nutrition counseling and education for both inpatient and outpatient populations.

Confidently and respectfully collaborates with patients and the interdisciplinary team to provide exceptional care.

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and contributes to a culture that aims to provide safe, high‑quality care.

Essential Functions

Competent RD requiring minimal supervision and self‑leading skills; identifies with and adheres to the code of ethics for the dietetics profession. Performs Nutrition Care Process and Nutrition Focused Physical Exam as appropriate for high quality patient care. Documents and maintains records according to the SOP for the RDN, legislation, regulations and organization policies. Precepts and teaches dietetic interns and other students, such as medical students.

Collaboration with the Manager of Nutrition Services at least 4 hours every 60 days (specific to Rehabilitation & Nursing Centers).

Maintains clinical productivity standards and accurate record keeping of daily clinical activities, including information for scheduling and billing.

Confidently interacts with the interdisciplinary team to advocate for patient care and support a culture of nutrition.

Coordinates services related to Medical Nutrition Therapy for patients.

Contributes to and engages in improving departmental and organizational metrics.

May engage in communication and interactions with the media on issues related to the focus area or other advanced clinical areas.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree exempted from Masters requirement by virtue of existing status prior to the Jan 1 2024 Commission on Dietetic Registration update.

Master's degree in nutrition, dietetics, or related field required when registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration is effective on or after Jan 1 2024.

Level of knowledge, skills and experience in dietetics practice sufficient to competently perform as a Registered Dietitian professional.

CRT‑Registered Dietitian (RD) – CDR Commission on Dietetic Registration 180 Days.

Valid driver’s license in the state of Michigan.

CRT‑Basic Life Support (BLS) – AHA American Heart Association 1 Year.

CRT‑Basic Life Support (BLS) – ARC American Red Cross 1 Year.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package to meet financial, health, and work/life balance goals.

On‑demand pay program powered by Payactiv.

Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more.

Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance.

Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.

Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status.

Location
SITE: Blodgett Hospital, 1840 Wealthy St SE – Grand Rapids, MI

Employment Details

Employment type: Part time

Shift: Day (United States)

Weekly scheduled hours: 1

Hours of work: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Days worked: Monday – Friday

Weekend frequency: Variable weekends

Equal Opportunity
Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for all team members, patients, visitors, and community. A drug‑free workplace is required, and compliance with MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirements is required for on‑site or hybrid positions. The organization supports reasonable accommodations for disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious beliefs. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

Application Assistance
Applicants may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

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