Dietitian

Education/Experience:

High School Graduate upon hire is equired or High School GED upon hire required and

Bachelors Of Science Nutrition and Dietetics upon hire or

1-3 years Acute Care Setting

Licensure/Certification:

Dietitian: WA (DIETITIAN:WA) upon hire required

As a Dietian, you will provide professional dietitian services (nutritional status, needs assessment, planning, counseling and education) for individuals and groups. Every day you will apply provide nutritional education to the medical and general community via educational forums and in-house nutritional educational materials.

To be successful in this role, it requires knowledge of clinical nutrition as it relates to disease states in an acute care and/or outpatient setting, sanitation and infection control as it relates to food service delivery. Knowledge of appropriate charting, documentation and HIPAA regulations is also required.

Essential Function

• Performs nutritional screening on all patients, using Nutrition Assignment tool or appropriate methods per department standards.
• Develops, maintains, and modifies patient’s nutrition care plan per department standards.
• Collaborates and communicates with the multi-disciplinary team, which may include participating in patient rounds and discharge planning.
• Works closely with bariatric service line to provide nutritional support and education to bariatric patients.
• May collaborate to coordinate accurate patient meal service that is in compliance with department protocol.
• Promotes nutrition education to all appropriate individuals and groups as applicable to assigned area.
• Provides educational training and counseling to patients on specific nutrition therapies based on their diagnosis.
• Develops, organizes and presents classes on nutritional education within FMG/FHS and the community at large.
• Makes referrals as appropriate.

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.