Nutritionist I Rutgers University life insurance, employee discount United States, Jersey, Brunswick Sep 01, 2026

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Nutritionist I

Job Category Staff & Executive

• Healthcare
  Department RWJ
• Pediatrics Gastroenterol
  Overview Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University
• Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University

• Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in ark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations.

Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in Brunswick, ark's University Hospital in ark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of Jersey, is seeking a Nutritionist I for the department of Pediatrics at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Under the direction of the faculty and the Director of the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, assists in the planning of and the participation in nutritional care of patients for multiple divisions within the Department of Pediatrics. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Conducts nutritional consultations for each patient of the Division.

Provides training, mentorship and clinical supervision to Nutritionist II RDs as needed to provide evidence based, safe nutritional care.

Obtains patient nutrition histories.

Assesses the nutrition status and specific nutritional needs of individual patients.

Discusses specific needs of the individual patient with the physician and recommends appropriate medical nutrition therapy.

Develops nutrition care plans to meet the needs of individual patient.

Counsel patients and/or their caretakers regarding medical nutrition therapy.

Evaluates patients' or caretakers' adherence and response to medical nutrition therapy and progress. FLSA Exempt

Grade 24S

Salary Details Minimum Salary 68147.000

Mid Range Salary 81720.000

Maximum Salary 96989.000

Offer Information The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. Benefits Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs

Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options

Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)

Life insurance coverage

Employee discount programs Position Status Full Time

Working Hours Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. Union Description

HPAE 5094

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff

• 12 month
  Position Pension Eligibility ABP
  Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Graduate from an accredited college with a Master's Degree in a nutritional science or a Bachelor's Degree plus successful completion of an approved dietetic internship or coordinated undergraduate program to obtain Registered Dietitian credential.

Three (3) years professional experience in dietetics or nutrition of which one (1) year of clinical nutrition experience or pediatric nutrition experience is preferred. Certifications/Licenses A.D.A Registration. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Bilingual in Spanish is an asset.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Physical Demands:

This position requires standing, sitting and walking one-third of the time and requires talking and use of the hands and fingers over two-thirds of the time. This position requires that lifting or force be exerted up to 25 pounds under one-third of the time. There are no special vision requirements: close vision at 20 inches or less.

Work Environment:

Office environment. Moderate Noise. Special Conditions Posting Details Posting Number 26ST1705

Posting Open Date Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus Downtown Brunswick

City Brunswick

State NJ

Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement