Clinical Dietitian

Nutritioncare; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in the DC-MD-VA region seeks a Clinical Dietitian I to provide specialized nutritional services and therapy to diverse patient populations. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, assess needs, educate patients and families, and document care while staying current with evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities include developing dietary-care plans, coordinating with physicians, educating patients, and maintaining clinical documentation.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with Maryland licensure or eligibility.
• Clinical nutrition and dietary management experience across diverse patient populations.
• Strong communication skills to educate patients and families about nutrition.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional needs, diet restrictions, and current health plans to develop personalized dietary-care plans.
• Consult with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate medical and nutritional needs.
• Educate patients and families on healthy eating habits and dietary modifications.
• Document patient care and track progress toward dietary health goals.
• Stay informed on the latest nutritional research and integrate evidence-based practices into patient care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient education

Nutritional planning software

Education

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

Licensed Dietitian (LD) in Maryland or eligible

Tools

Nutritional planning software

Patient care documentation systems

Job description

MedStar Health, a leading non-profit healthcare organization in the D.C.-Maryland-Virginia region, is seeking a Clinical Dietitian I to join our dedicated team of healthcare professionals. This position involves providing specialized nutritional services and therapy to our diverse patient population, ranging from pediatric to geriatric individuals. Our focus is on implementing personalized, patient-first health care tailored to the unique needs of each patient. You will collaborate with a diverse team of healthcare professionals to ensure optimal health outcomes through effective dietary management. This role requires keeping abreast of the latest nutritional science trends and effectively communicating dietary plans and advice to patients and their families.

Assess nutritional needs, diet restrictions, and current health plans to develop and implement personalized dietary-care plans and provide nutritional counseling.

Consult with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate medical and nutritional needs; provide nutritional support for a variety of health conditions.

Educate patients and their families on healthy eating habits, dietary modifications, and nutrition management for improved overall health outcomes.

Document patient care and track progress towards dietary health goals, adapting plans as necessary to achieve optimal results.

Stay informed on the latest nutritional research and integrate evidence-based practices into patient care.

In-depth knowledge of clinical nutrition and dietary management for various health conditions

Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members

Proficiency in nutritional planning software and patient care documentation systems

Ability to educate and motivate patients to adhere to dietary recommendations

Medical Insurance

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) certified by the Commission on Dietetic Registration

Licensed Dietitian (LD) in the state of Maryland or eligible for licensure