Clinical Dietitian: Personalized Nutrition Therapy

MedStar Health; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to assess patients, develop individualized nutrition plans, and monitor outcomes in a hospital setting. You will educate patients and families on nutrition needs and collaborate with doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and case managers to ensure comprehensive care.

The role involves handling enteral/parenteral nutrition plans, performing round-the-clock assessments, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in dietetics/nutrition or equivalent required.
• Current state licensure/registration required and Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics membership preferred.
• CNSD certification preferred or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients to determine diet and nutrition plans.
• Review medical orders and develop individualized medical nutrition therapy.
• Provide nutrition education to patients and families.
• Coordinate with physicians, nurses, and other health professionals.
• Document care plans and monitor patient response to therapy.
• Plan meals that meet dietary prescriptions and treatment goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Ethical behavior

Professionalism

Customer service

Diversity awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in dietetics/nutrition

Equivalent degree

Job description

MedStar Health is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to assess patients, develop individualized nutrition plans, and monitor outcomes in a hospital setting. You will educate patients and families on nutrition needs and collaborate with doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and case managers to ensure comprehensive care.

The role involves handling enteral/parenteral nutrition plans, performing round-the-clock assessments, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives.