Clinical Dietitian

CarolinaEast Health System; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CarolinaEast Health System is seeking a professional dietitian with advanced knowledge in clinical nutrition to assess nutritional needs, develop and implement care plans, and participate in patient and staff education. The role emphasizes quality assurance activities and collaboration with the care team to ensure age-appropriate and evidence-based nutrition services across inpatient and outpatient settings.

Candidates should hold B.S. or M.S.

Qualifications

• Requires B.S. or M.S. in Dietetics and RD credential.
• Registration by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is required.
• North Carolina licensure must be on file.
• Ability to provide age-appropriate patient care and growth/development knowledge.
• Deliver excellent customer service aligned with standards.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional needs and develop care plans for patients.
• Implement nutritional care plans and monitor progress.
• Provide patient and staff education on nutrition and outcomes.
• Participate in quality assurance activities and program improvement.

Skills

Clinical Nutrition

Patient Care

Education & Training

Education

B.S./M.S. in Dietetics

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics registration

NC licensure

Job description

Job Summary:

This is a professional specialty requiring advanced knowledge in clinical nutrition. A person in this position is responsible for patient care activities, assess nutritional needs, develops and implements nutritional care plans, and participates in patient/staff education and quality assurance activities.

About CarolinaEast Health System

CarolinaEast Health System is committed to providing high quality, compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. At the heart of our system is a 350-bed, full-service medical center equipped with a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, utilizing the latest medical technologies. We employ over 3,200 dedicated team members and operate physician practices across various specialties in four counties. Our employees foster a culture of excellence that ensures our patients receive the same high level of care found at larger medical centers, all while maintaining a friendly, community-centered atmosphere throughout our facilities. CarolinaEast offers a robust benefits package to all full-time employees, as well as benefits for part-time plus and part-time staff. We are proud to be the first medical center in North Carolina recognized as a Cardiovascular Center of Excellence by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association. Additionally, we are honored to be named one of America's Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek, among numerous other prestigious accolades.

Minimum Requirements:

• B.S. and/or M.S in Dietetics.


• Registration by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.


• NC licensure (all credentials are kept on file).


• Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit or area.


• Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures.


• Deliver outstanding customer service that upholds CarolinaEast's Standards of Excellence.