Clinical Dietitian: Patient Nutrition & Care

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Cambridge is seeking a Registered Dietitian to manage comprehensive medical nutritional care for patients, including nutrition assessment, development of nutrition care plans, dietary modification, and education. The role collaborates with care teams to ensure appropriate nutrition support and discharge planning.

Requirements include a degree (bachelor's or graduate as per 2024 changes) and RD/RDN licensure; completion of a dietetic internship is needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required. Note: starting 2024, minimum degree for dietitians eligibility to take the RD exam changed from bachelor to graduate degree.
• Licenses and Credentials: Dietitian and Nutritionist state license required; Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential required by CDR.
• Experience: Completion of dietetic internship required.

Responsibilities

• Documentation of all nutrition-related information and care plans.
• Counsel, educate, and develop resources for patients, families, and caregivers on prescribed diets.
• Collaborate with food service staff to ensure meals and nutrition support meet modified diet requirements.

Skills

Good communication skills

Problem solving

Independent work

Patient age education/motivation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential

Job description

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Cambridge is seeking a Registered Dietitian to manage comprehensive medical nutritional care for patients, including nutrition assessment, development of nutrition care plans, dietary modification, and education. The role collaborates with care teams to ensure appropriate nutrition support and discharge planning.

Requirements include a degree (bachelor's or graduate as per 2024 changes) and RD/RDN licensure; completion of a dietetic internship is needed.