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Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day
At Meritus Health, we believe great care starts with great people. As a Clinical Dietitian, you'll play a vital role in supporting patients across all ages and care settings—helping them achieve optimal nutrition and better health outcomes. You’ll work independently while collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.

If you’re passionate about clinical nutrition and want to grow your career in a supportive, patient-focused environment, we want to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct nutrition screenings, assessments, and interventions for patients at nutritional risk in acute, sub-acute, and outpatient settings.

• Provide individualized nutrition education to patients and families across the lifespan.

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the care team during rounds and consultations.

• Document thoroughly and efficiently in the electronic health record (EHR).

• Engage in ongoing education, professional development, and quality improvement efforts.

• Set and pursue 1–2 professional growth goals annually.

Who You Are

• A Registered Dietitian (RD) with:

  • Before Jan 1, 2024: Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field

  • After Jan 1, 2024: Master’s degree required, plus relevant Bachelor’s degree

• Licensed (or eligible for licensure) in Maryland

• Clinical experience in acute care preferred

• Proficient in EHR systems and clinical documentation

• A team player with excellent communication skills and a passion for improving lives through nutrition

Bonus if you have:

• Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) or equivalent organization

• C.N.S.C. certification or 5+ years of acute critical care experience (for Nutrition Support Team roles)

Why Meritus?

We’re more than a hospital—we’re a community. At Meritus Health, you’ll find a culture rooted in Teamwork, Integrity, Advocacy, Innovation, Stewardship, and Accountability. We’re committed to your success, providing opportunities to learn, grow, and make a difference.

Caring for Our TeamWe offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help. 

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