Clinical Dietitian: Nutrition Therapy & Counseling

Hudson Regional Health; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudson Regional Health in Secaucus, NJ seeks a registered dietitian to provide medical nutrition therapy, nutrition counseling, and dietetic care for patients. This role involves calculating nutrient needs, adjusting diets, and collaborating with physicians and the clinical nutrition team to ensure high-quality patient care.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree, ACEND-accredited supervised practice, and CDR registration. Strong attention to documentation and safety standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or related field.
• Completion of ACEND accredited supervised practice program.
• Adequate knowledge of medical nutrition therapy.

Responsibilities

• Maintains standards of hospital nutrition program and regulatory guidelines.
• Calculates nutrient needs (calories, protein, fluids) for patients on various nutrition regimens.
• Provides nutrition counseling and education to meet patient and family needs.
• Evaluates diet prescription appropriateness using patient data and communicates with physicians.
• Participates in multidisciplinary rounds and department initiatives.
• Documents in medical records per policy and procedure, timely and accurate.

Skills

Medical nutrition therapy

Nutrition counseling

Dietary assessment

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

ACEND accredited supervised practice

CDR registration

Job description

Hudson Regional Health in Secaucus, NJ seeks a registered dietitian to provide medical nutrition therapy, nutrition counseling, and dietetic care for patients. This role involves calculating nutrient needs, adjusting diets, and collaborating with physicians and the clinical nutrition team to ensure high-quality patient care.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree, ACEND-accredited supervised practice, and CDR registration. Strong attention to documentation and safety standards is essential.