Dietitian

The Dietitian Inpatient (Registered Dietitian) is a member of a multidisciplinary team that assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates all aspects of a patient's nutrition care.  The Dietitian Inpatient is able to use validated tools to identify patients that require nutrition interventions or that have the potential for developing nutrition related problems.  They provide a nutrition assessment which may include anthropometric measures and/or growth measures, pertinent biochemical data and medical test results; a nutrition focused physical exam and a food and nutrition –related history assessment. They identify specific nutrition related problem(s) and they provide specific, purposeful interventions to improve or change the nutrition and health status for their patient or client. They provide a nutrition diagnosis of malnutrition using approved, evidence based criteria. They provide nutrition education to individuals and/or caregivers. They assist in the management of the department resources.  They support orientation, training and education for department and medical center staff.  Performs related tasks as required.

Providence Swedish caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish Cherry Hill and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food & Nutrition or Dietetics
• Coursework/Training: Bachelor’s Degree in Food & Nutrition or Dietetics
• Within 6 months (180 days) of hire:
  • Washington Dietitian Certification --or--
  • Washington Nutritionist Certification
• Upon hire: National CDR Registered Dietitian - Commission on Dietetic Registration

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree

Why Join Providence Swedish? 

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.  We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve.