Wellness nurse Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

Description

Outpatient Registered Dietitian - Helping Patients Build Healthier Lives

What We're Looking For :

• A compassionate, patient-focused dietitian who provides exceptional nutritional assessment, counseling, and education.
• Experience conducting medical nutrition therapy, developing individualized nutrition treatment plans, and documenting in an electronic medical record.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition / Dietetics; completion of an accredited dietetic internship.
• Current Registered Dietitian (RD / RDN) credential; Louisiana state licensure (or eligibility).
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with healthcare providers.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and educate diverse patient populations.

Why You'll Love Working With Us :

At Baton Rouge General our patients aren't the only people we take care of; we take care of our team too. We are proud to offer our employees the benefits and resources they need to be their best selves at work and at home.

What You Will Do :

Conduct thorough assessment of each patient's nutritional status and provide personalized plans and education to support sustainable lifestyle changes. Performs all duties consistent with the age population served in the outpatient clinic scope of service.

Essential Job Functions Include :

Review and interpret medical nutrition therapy orders / referrals

Calculate medical nutrition therapy orders and provide counseling

Review patient meal logs for alignment with prescribed diets

Deliver medical nutrition therapy based on modified diet orders

What Sets BRG Apart :

At Baton Rouge General, we are a community of compassionate, caring individuals who set the bar when it comes to healthcare excellence. Our mission is to preserve and restore health, one person at a time. From clinical to non-clinical - what you do here matters.

With over 600 licensed beds across three campuses, we provide a full spectrum of care from childbirth to hospice. Our outpatient clinics and physician group deliver comprehensive services throughout Baton Rouge and the surrounding areas.

Ready to be part of a team that values your skills and dedication? Apply now and take the next step in your career with us.

Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

SPECIAL SKILL, LICENSE AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

HIPAA REQUIREMENTS :

Maintains knowledge of and adherence to all applicable HIPAA regulations appropriate to Job Position including but not limited to : Paper and electronic medical records without limitation, patient demographics, lab and radiology results, surgery / appointment schedules, medical records related to quality / data, patients related complaints, information related to patient location, religious beliefs, research information and RP computer systems.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS :

Maintains knowledge of and adherence to all applicable safety practices appropriate to Job Position including but not limited to : Incident reporting, handling wastes, sharps and linens, PPE, exposure control plans, hand washing, environment of care, patient identification, receives orders for patients, and monitoring clinical alarms.