Registered Dietitian

Santiam Hospital & Clinics

Registered Dietitian at Santiam Hospital & Clinics providing medical nutrition therapy and practical education to patients. Collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeStayton • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $42,000 - $59,880 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and monitoring nutritional care plans, conducting nutrition assessments, and providing tailored medical nutrition therapy. Collaborates effectively with healthcare professionals to integrate nutrition into treatment plans while educating patients on evidence-based strategies for long-term health.

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Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN)Clinical Dietitian ExperienceNutrition AssessmentMedical Nutrition TherapyPatient-Centered Care Plans

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Hard Skills

Nutritional Care PlansNutrition AssessmentsMedical Nutrition TherapyNutrition Care ProcessQuality Improvement Initiatives

Soft Skills

Strong Oral CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationPatient Education

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN)

Industry Keywords

Acute Care HospitalTherapeutic DietsPatient CooperationHealthcare CollaborationEvidence-Based Strategies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and monitor comprehensive nutritional care plans and physician-ordered therapeutic diets.
Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments for acutely ill patients and monitor progress throughout their care.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to integrate nutrition therapy into each patient's treatment plan.
Document assessments, interventions and outcomes using the Nutrition Care Process and established clinical standards.
Provide medical nutrition therapy tailored to each patient's age, medical condition, learning needs, and individualized goals while educating patients with practical, evidence-based strategies that promote long-term success and healthy behavior change.
Assess patient understanding and cooperation to better integrate nutrition plans into their daily lifestyles.
Coordinate referrals to appropriate providers, programs and support services to address patient needs comprehensively.
Lead or participate in quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient care, operational efficiency and clinical outcomes.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential required, or eligibility to obtain credentialing where applicable.
Two or more years of clinical dietitian experience is preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.
Experience performing nutrition assessments and providing medical nutrition therapy in an acute care hospital or facility preferred.
Knowledge of social, cultural, and economic factors that influence nutrition and the ability to develop realistic, patient-centered care plans.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
PTO and holiday pay
Employee Referral Program
401(k) Retirement
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Employee Discounts
Bilingual Pay Differential for eligible positions
Public Service Loan Forgiveness for eligible positions
Tuition Assistance for eligible positions