Registered Dietitian

2 weeks ago

Sany, India Umanist Staffing LLC Full time
Position Title: RegisteredDietitianDepartment:NutritionServicesReportsTo: Director of Nutrition Services / Clinical NutritionManager
Job Summary:TheRegistered Dietitian is responsible for assessing planning andimplementing nutritional care for patients. This position involvesproviding evidencebased dietary advice developing customized mealplans and promoting healthy eating habits to improve overall healthand manage medical conditions. The Registered Dietitiancollaborates with healthcare teams to support patient wellness andrecovery.KeyResponsibilities:
  • NutritionalAssessment:
  • Conductcomprehensive nutritional assessments for patients based on theirmedical history lab results and dietaryintake.
  • Identify nutritional needs andpotential dietary restrictions for individualpatients.
  • Care Planning andImplementation:
  • Develop andimplement personalized nutrition care plans to address specifichealth conditions and nutritionalgoals.
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectivenessof nutrition interventions making adjustments asnecessary.
  • Provide medical nutrition therapyfor various health conditions including diabetes cardiovasculardiseases and gastrointestinaldisorders.
  • Patient Education andCounseling:
  • Educate patients andtheir families on nutritional principles healthy eating habits anddiet modifications for diseasemanagement.
  • Offer practical advice andstrategies for making healthier foodchoices.
  • Conduct group education sessions andworkshops on nutritionrelatedtopics.
  • Collaboration andCommunication:
  • Collaborate withphysicians nurses and other healthcare professionals to integratenutritional care into overall patient treatmentplans.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary teammeetings to discuss patient progress and modify care plans asneeded.
  • Communicate effectively with patientscaregivers and the healthcare team to ensure understanding andcompliance with dietaryrecommendations.
  • Documentationand Reporting:
  • Maintain accurateand thorough patient records including assessments care plans andprogress notes.
  • Ensure documentation meetsregulatory and institutionalstandards.
  • Quality Improvementand Research:
  • Participate inquality improvement initiatives to enhance the effectiveness ofnutritional care services.
  • Stay current withresearch and advancements in the field of nutrition anddietetics.
  • Contribute to the development ofnutritionrelated policies procedures and educationalmaterials.
Qualifications:
  • Education:
  • Bachelors degree in Dietetics Nutrition or a related field from anaccredited institution.
  • Completion of asupervised dietetic internship program.
  • Masters degree in Nutrition or a related fieldpreferred.
  • Licensure/Certification:
  • CurrentRegistered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist(RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration(CDR).
  • State licensure or certification asrequired.
  • Experience:
  • Minimumof 12 years of experience in clinical nutrition or a healthcaresetting preferred.
  • Experience with electronichealth records (EHR) systems.
JobType:Contract
Expectedhours: 40 perweekBenefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dentalinsurance
  • Disabilityinsurance
  • Employee assistanceprogram
  • Flexibleschedule
  • Healthinsurance
  • Lifeinsurance
  • Paid timeoff
  • Visioninsurance
Healthcaresetting:
  • Hospital
Medicalspecialties:
  • Dietetics
Schedule:
  • 8hour shift
Work Location: On theroad

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