Position Description:

The Registered Dietitian (RD) provides nutritional education and wellness and prevention to the students of Valparaiso University (Valpo) through the Health Center under the guidelines set forth by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND). The RD holds state licensure and national certification, which qualifies the RD to work autonomously, as well as, in collaboration with medical, nursing, and allied health care providers to educate and treat the patient, as well as, provide dietetic services for Valpo students.

Major Responsibilities:

•  Providing expert advice on food and nutrition
• Educating and advising about healthy eating habits for sustaining and/or achieving a healthy weight
• Discussing healthy body mass index levels and eating habits for attaining optimal health and preventing illness
• Calculate body mass index levels with skin calipers
• Performing dietary analysis and developing individualized diet plans
• Advising athletes on dietary requirements for optimal performance, recovery, and injury prevention
• Developing personalized weight loss or nutritional programs
• Accepting referrals from the Health Center providers (e.g., Nurse Practitioners) and providing referrals back to the providers as needed
• Records findings and need for follow-up and/or referrals, including ordering laboratory and other diagnostic procedures
• Serves as a health care resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate
• Adheres to all pertinent regulatory agency guidelines
• Exhibits sensitivity to the diverse cultural backgrounds of Valpo students
• Maintains current knowledge, skills, and certification by attending continuing education programs
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein

Required Knowledge and Skills:

•  Graduate degree from an accredited university, preferred
• Successful completion of an approved Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition
• Current Indiana RD license
• Board certification
• At least two years' experience as a Certified Registered Dietitian
• Three to five years of previous professional experience

Other Qualifications:

• CPR/AED certification or completion within 6 months of hire
• Ability to work autonomously, as well as in collaboration with the providers, nurses, athletic trainers, strength and conditioning coaches, team coaches, and supportive staff
• Ability to interact effectively with others; interest in and ability to relate to college-age students
• Ability to maintain good patient relations in all formats of communication and adhere to total patient confidentiality/ethics
• Understanding, appreciation, and commitment to the goals and philosophy of Valpo
• Completion of annual HIPAA and safety training, as well as competency skills checklists
• Position requires the employee to be able to stand for prolonged periods, with occasional stooping, bending, and lifting to 50 lbs. Minimal sitting. The position has a moderate amount of stress during high-volume times, requiring the ability to multitask with the telephones, patients, and multiple simultaneous demands from support staff. Must be able to remain calm in stressful situations. The employee is expected to maintain CPR/AED certification.

PROFESSIONALISM

• Assumes ownership of their actions and decisions (accountability) that affect the work environment
• Maintains professional competency through licensing, credentialing, continuing education, and achievement of yearly goals
• Facilitates the growth and development of peers/students through formal/informal sharing of knowledge and use of available resources
• Contributes to an atmosphere of professional collaboration and respect for co-workers; values diversity.
• Abides by standards of professional conduct (e.g., professional image, timeliness, dependability, responsibility)
• Actively listens, questions, and provides feedback in a clear, non-judgmental manner during interactions.
• Utilizes appropriate channels to assist in seeking problem resolution

KNOWLEDGE DEVELOPMENT

• Solicits and values constructive feedback to enhance one's practice
• Strives to improve clinical practice
• Facilitates a climate of mutual respect by sharing clinical knowledge and expertise
• Demonstrates awareness and promotes the use of new knowledge
• Completes annual Health Center competency assessments, safety, and bloodborne pathogens training

UNIVERSITY-WIDE MISSION

• Expresses commitment to the mission of Valparaiso University
• Shows concern and interest in students
• Demonstrates fit with the values and ethos of Valparaiso University
• Willingly cooperates with other departments to achieve the campus-wide mission

Wage Rate: 

• $30.00 - $40.00 / hour

To be considered for this position, you must upload:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• List of 3 professional references
• Answer all application questions

Please address the cover letter to:

Victoria Venturella
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, Indiana

All offers of employment with Valparaiso University are contingent upon the clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks may include criminal history, motor vehicle reports, prior employment verification, and personal/professional references. If applicable to the position, they will also include credit history. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates for employment.