Lake Region Healthcare, Nutrition Services Department, is seeking a full time Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) to provide direct patient care. This position will work mostly in the outpatient setting providing medical nutrition therapy (MNT) and diabetes education. The position provides back-up coverage to the inpatient dietitian. Additional opportunities may include providing dietitian services in outreach locations. Non-patient care work varies, and supports other functions of the Nutrition Services Department. The successful candidate will enjoy connecting with patients, and be a self-directed, compassionate individual who is committed to helping patients improve their health by providing practical care and education, based on accepted standards. The RDN will work closely with members of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, as well as his or her Nutrition Services co-workers and dietitians. The RDN has contact with patients and their families, other health care professionals, and the public. The RDN reports to the Dietitian Supervisor/Diabetes Education Program Coordinator. Main responsibilities include: Establish a healing relationship with patients Provide diabetes education and dietitian services that meet the national standards of the Diabetes Self-Management & Education (DSME) program Work collaboratively to promote the DSME program among physicians, healthcare providers, the public and potential patients Assist with scheduling and calling patients Evaluate nutritional needs of patients Create personalized nutrition plans that promote health and healing Initiate and interpret continuous glucose monitors, and assist patients with additional diabetes-related technology Educate and counsel patients/caregivers using motivational interviewing techniques Assist patients in obtaining insurance coverage for diabetes medications and supplies Maintain knowledge of patient assistance programs Participate in Quality Improvement projects Participate in relevant committees and meetings Maintain detailed records Provide back-up coverage for inpatient dietitian: Participate in patient-care rounds Complete nutrition assessments in a timely manner Educate and counsel patients/caregivers about therapeutic diets and food/drug interactions Complete nutrition-focused physical exams Document and communicate malnutrition findings with physician Prescribe supplements to help patient meet nutritional needs Determine enteral and parenteral nutrition support needs Communicate with kitchen staff about patients' meal orders, supplements and preferences Complete documentation in electronic health record in a timely manner Maintain HIPPA standards Attend work per schedule Follow policies/procedures to ensure the provision of safe food and optimal nutrition care Make patient safety a priority Demonstrate LRH values in daily work and communication Non-patient care responsibilities include: Analyze menus for nutrient content Develop nutrition facts labels Lead in-services on nutrition topics Public speaking/writing Help promote national nutrition month and wellness activities Assist department co-workers Participate in decisions related to food and nutrition services Shifts Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm, with every 3rd weekend/holiday rotation.