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Find your calling at Mercy! The Advanced Practice Clinical Dietitian uses advanced practice skills, education and experience for clinical leadership and responsibilities including: Assigned clinical and patient care area of responsibility; clinical collaboration within multidisciplinary team including responsibility for standard operations and evidence-based medicine to meet regulatory compliance.
This position may or may not lead people according to the eligible pathway assigned. Leads Performance Improvement projects, serves as clinical nutrition expert in task forces, team huddles, daily rounds, and multidisciplinary meetings Leads the development of the clinical in-services as the subject matter expert of clinical nutrition for the providers, clinical dietitians, interdisciplinary health care team, dietetic interns, nutrition assistants. Develops and conducts ongoing education and training of competencies for self, clinical dietitian team, interdisciplinary team, providers, new hires, and dietetic interns. Self-directed, manages multiple tasks efficient with appropriate prioritization and critical thinking skills to prioritize effective patient care. Additionally, Advanced Practice Clinical Dietitian is responsible and performs duties with little to no supervision, for all patient units or service areas, in-patients or out-patients, to assure appropriate identification of patients who are at nutrition risk and to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Services.
The Advanced Practice Clinical Dietitian assures that the Mercy Mission, Mercy Values, Service Standards, confidentiality, policies and procedures of the department and Health Center are followed. This responsibility includes the appropriate utilization of the Health Center's resources to optimize patient care. Performs any assigned duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards. Position Details: Clinical Dietitian
Mercy Hospital Washington 901 E 5th Street Washington, MO 63090
Full Time-36 hours per week
Schedule: 8am-4:30pm
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Overview
Mercy Washington Inpatient & Cancer Center Registered Dietitian (RD)
Join our small, supportive nutrition team where flexibility, collaboration, and respect truly define the work environment. We value work–life harmony and empower our RDs through self‑scheduling while keeping patient needs at the center of what we do.
Cancer Center Coverage (1–2 days/week):
Partner closely with the oncology team Provide follow‑up with patients during therapy or by phone Build meaningful relationships that support continuity of careInpatient Coverage:
Join a highly collaborative inpatient RD team that shares caseloads daily Work together to manage parenteral and enteral nutrition needs Enjoy strong autonomy and respect from hospitalists and the interdisciplinary team—our providers routinely seek RD expertise to guide patient nutrition careAcross both settings, our dietitians are recognized as essential contributors to exceptional patient care. You'll be supported by a team that values teamwork, professional trust, and a positive work culture.
If you're looking for a place where your expertise is valued and your schedule supports real balance, we'd love to talk with you!
Minimum Qualifications: -
Education: Bachelor's degree in nutrition and dietetics
Licensure:
RD (Registered Dietitian) current registration through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
LD (Licensed Dietitian) current practice license for the state of practice or provisional license if allowed in state of practice
Registration eligible candidates in states that allow a provisional license prior to registration, must complete registration requirements within six months of hire.
Credentialing and National Provider Identifier must be completed within six months of hire or registration
Education: Masters degree in dietetics or related field
Experience:
1 year of healthcare experience in clinical dietetics of healthcare food services
Why You'll Love Working Here
Exceptional Benefits Starting Day One:
Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision through United Healthcare Generous PTO – Up to 34 days annually, including holidays, vacation, personal time, and short-term illness Paid Parental Leave – Supporting you and your growing family 401(k) with Employer Match – Invest in your future with confidence Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $2,000/year for continuing education Dependent Care FSA Contribution – $100/month for eligible participants Paid Volunteer Time – Give back to your community while on the clock Free Parking – Convenience that saves you time and money Career Growth Opportunities – Advance your skills and grow within Mercy
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
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