Registered Dietitian
$72,800–$93,600 year
On-siteBrooklyn, New York, United States
Job Summary
Conduct thorough patient assessments to evaluate nutritional status and identify specific needs. Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans aligned with medical diagnoses and treatment goals. Provide specialized counseling on weight loss, tube feeding, and dietary modifications for chronic conditions. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care strategies and optimize patient recovery. Monitor patient progress through regular evaluations and adjust nutrition plans accordingly. Educate patients and families on nutrition principles, dietary restrictions, and lifestyle changes for improved health outcomes. Utilize electronic medical record (EMR) systems to document assessments, care plans, and progress notes accurately. Supervise dietetic interns or junior staff members to ensure quality standards are maintained in dietary practices. Stay current with advancements in dietetics, physiology, and clinical nutrition to enhance service delivery. Support medical initiatives related to acute care, geriatrics, weight management, and long-term care programs.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited university in nutrition, dietetics, or a related field
- Specific coursework completion from an ACEND-accredited program
- Completion of an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program of a minimum of 1,000 hours
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) license
- Further certifications, if applicable, in common specialties recognized under and received by the CDR (Board Certified Specialist)
- At least 1 year of technical experience in the nutrition field
- Proven experience in hospital or healthcare settings with a strong background in dietetics and clinical nutrition
- Knowledge of physiology related to digestion, metabolism, and disease processes affecting nutritional needs
- Skilled in patient assessment techniques and diagnostic evaluation of nutritional deficiencies or concerns
- Experience with EMR systems for documentation and care coordination purposes
- Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge to translate nutrition research into safe, evidence-based, and practical dietary guidance
- Ability to communicate complex nutritional information clearly and compassionately to diverse patient populations
Desired Qualifications
- Familiarity with geriatrics, acute care practices, and long-term care environments
- Further certifications, if applicable, in common specialties recognized under and received by the CDR (Board Certified Specialist)
- At least 1 year of technical experience in the nutrition field
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