Registered Dietician

Title - Registered Dietician
Shift - 9am-5pm. One Saturday per month required.
Pay - $45/hr. - $50/hr. & Options for travel and per diem packages based on eligibility.
Job Summary:

The Registered Dietitian is responsible for evaluating and monitoring patients' nutritional needs through comprehensive assessments, education, and dietary planning. This position collaborates with healthcare providers to modify diets and ensures patient understanding of nutrition plans. The role requires strong analytical skills to interpret medical data and a patient-focused approach to care delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts timely nutrition screenings and assessments based on care level
• Interviews patients and/or families to collect food habits and preferences
• Educates patients on food/drug interactions and records details appropriately
• Interprets relevant lab results and physical/social medical data for nutrition care
• Provides detailed nutrition education and records patient comprehension
• Consults physicians regarding diet modifications as needed
• Modifies patient menus to align with individual dietary needs

Skills & Requirements:

• Certification:
  
  • New York State Certification as a Dietitian-Nutritionist (NYSED) - Required
  • Registration (CDR) as a Registered Dietitian - Required
• Experience:
  
  • Minimum 1 year experience - Required
  • 2+ years experience - Preferred
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field
• Physical & Work Environment Requirements: Typical clinical healthcare setting