Clinical Dietitian – Nutrition Care & Education

Penn Medicine; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine seeks a Registered Dietitian to provide clinical nutrition services, including assessment, diagnosis and intervention to support patient care. The role coordinates nutritional care with physicians and healthcare staff and documents in the medical record using the Nutrition Care Process.

This position serves as a nutrition resource for staff and patients and supports committee activities within the Nutrition Dept.

Qualifications

• RD certification required and registered with appropriate nutrition board.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Nutrition or related field.
• Master's degree may be preferred for advanced practice.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical nutrition services including assessment, diagnosis and intervention.
• Coordinates nutrition aspects of patient care with physicians and staff.
• Documents care using the Nutrition Care Process in medical records.
• Educates patients and families and participates in care planning.
• Maintains credentials and participates in quality and safety initiatives.

Skills

Nutrition assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Nutrition education

Documentation

Education

B.S. or B.A. in Human Nutrition

Registered Dietitian (RD) certification

Master's degree

Job description

Penn Medicine seeks a Registered Dietitian to provide clinical nutrition services, including assessment, diagnosis and intervention to support patient care. The role coordinates nutritional care with physicians and healthcare staff and documents in the medical record using the Nutrition Care Process.

This position serves as a nutrition resource for staff and patients and supports committee activities within the Nutrition Dept.