Clinical Dietitian — Nutrition Care & Patient Education

Northwell Career Site; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to oversee nutritional care for patients in a hospital setting. You will plan, assess, implement, and evaluate nutrition care plans, mentor staff, and collaborate with medical teams on diet orders and patient education.

The role involves nutrition counseling, menu modification support, and participation in quality improvement within Northwell Wellness initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent required.
• Current Registered Dietitian Certification with the Commission on Dietetic Registration required.
• CDN in New York State (as needed).
• 1-3 years of relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and train team members as needed.
• Perform varied clinical nutrition tasks and problems of minimal complexity.
• Interview patients and families for nutritional history and preferences.
• Conduct nutritional assessments and develop patient-specific care plans.
• Recommend diet modifications and ensure accuracy of physician orders.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to patients and families.

Skills

Nutritional care

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical documentation

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Registered Dietitian Certification

CDN (New York State)

Job description

Northwell Health is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to oversee nutritional care for patients in a hospital setting. You will plan, assess, implement, and evaluate nutrition care plans, mentor staff, and collaborate with medical teams on diet orders and patient education.

The role involves nutrition counseling, menu modification support, and participation in quality improvement within Northwell Wellness initiatives.