Registered Dietitian (RD)

Location:

Elmhurst, NY Department:

Women's Health Initiative Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Registered Dietitian (RD) to provide comprehensive nutritional care in an acute-care hospital setting. The Dietitian will assess patients' nutritional needs, develop and implement individualized nutrition plans, provide nutrition education, and collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Key Responsibilities Screen and assess patients accurately and in a timely manner based on their level of care. Determine patients' nutritional needs and provide appropriate follow-up care. Conduct patient and family interviews to obtain dietary history, food habits, preferences, and relevant information. Review and interpret laboratory results, physical findings, medical records, and social information relevant to nutrition care. Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans. Provide patient and family education regarding therapeutic diets, nutrition management, and food/drug interactions . Document food/drug interactions, nutrition assessments, diet instructions, and patient understanding in the medical record. Consult with physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding appropriate diet modifications. Modify patient menus according to nutritional requirements, medical conditions, and dietary restrictions. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support quality patient outcomes. Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation. Required Qualifications Minimum 1 year of Registered Dietitian experience ; 2 years preferred. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in Dietetics, Foods and Nutrition, or a related field . Current Registered Dietitian (RD) registration through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) . Primary Source Verification (PSV) required. Strong knowledge of nutrition assessment, nutrition care, patient education, and therapeutic diet modification. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field. Pediatric nutrition experience preferred. AHA BLS certification preferred. Experience in an acute-care/hospital environment preferred.

Required Skills Patient Assessment Nutrition Care Nutrition Education Diet Modification Menu Modification Clinical Nutrition Food/Drug Interaction Education Patient & Family Counseling Interdisciplinary Collaboration Clinical Documentation Ideal Candidate:

A credentialed Registered Dietitian with strong acute-care clinical nutrition experience who can independently assess patients, develop nutrition interventions, provide education, modify therapeutic diets, and collaborate effectively with the healthcare team.

Pay:

$60.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Application Question(s): Minimum 1 year of Registered Dietitian experience; 2 years preferred. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in Dietetics, Foods and Nutrition, or a related field. Current Registered Dietitian (RD) registration through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field preferred. Pediatric nutrition experience preferred. AHA BLS certification preferred. Experience in an acute-care/hospital environment preferred. Are you comfortable working Monday-Friday, 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day 9:00 AM-5:00 PM? Are you able to work onsite in Elmhurst, NY 11373? Are you available for a 3-5 month contract assignment with the possibility of extension? Are you comfortable with the pay rate of $60/hour? Do you have experience using the Epic EMR system? Are you authorized to work in the United States for any employer? Are you applying as a Local candidate or a Traveler? If applying as a traveler, do you currently reside more than 50 miles from the facility? (Travel package eligibility applies.)

Work Location:

In person