Clinical Dietitian

Sampson Regional Medical Center is searching for a Clinical Dietitian to join our Food & Nutrition Services team.

As a Clinical Dietitian at Sampson Regional Medical Center, the selected candidate will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of our patients. Our team provides top-notch medical, surgical, and obstetrical services to the community. By joining us, you will be part of a supportive and collaborative environment where your skills and expertise will be valued.

Daily Responsibilities:

• Attend Interdisciplinary Patient Care Meetings and communicate with appropriate staff as needed to achieve optimal nutritional care.
• Conduct meal rounds to enhance patient satisfaction.
• Check the Food Services tray line and conduct test trays to ensure accuracy and food quality.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure optimal patient care.
• Collect data for Quality Improvement monitoring.
• Complete continuing education programs and review literature to remain informed of changes in medical nutrition therapy to improve patient care and performance. 
• Offer nutrition education to patients and their families.
• Perform nutrition assessments and screens on patients on, ICU, OB, and Medical Surgical. Initial nutritional assessments and follow-up assessments include anthropometric measurements, biochemical data, medications, and adequacy of nutrition intake. 
• Participate in the management and operations of the Food and Nutrition Services department through assisting Director.
• Provide medical nutrition therapy.
• Utilize the nutrition care process to develop individualized care plans.
• Perform other tasks as required.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition / Dietetics. Master’s degree preferred.
• Member of the Dietetic Association a plus.
• Registered Dietitian license.
• Experience in clinical nutrition.
• Strong knowledge of nutrition counseling.
• Ability to develop care plans based on patient needs.
• Excellent communication skills.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience in acute care settings.
• Knowledge of outpatient and pediatric nutrition.
• Background in public health nutrition.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records.

Salary and Benefits:

We offer competitive salary packages along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 403(b), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), Medical Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Cafe discounts.

Company Information:

Located in Clinton, N.C., Sampson Regional Medical Center has served its community since 1950 and is now one of only a handful of independent, community-based hospitals remaining in North Carolina. The healthcare facility serves as an academic training center for medical students, interns, and residents. Accredited by DNV, the system offers a range of medical services, including acute care, outpatient surgery, emergency and critical care, and women’s health and children’s services. Specialties include general surgery, orthopedics, obstetrics & gynecology, and urology. 

EEO Statement:

Sampson Regional Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.