Clinical Dietitian (RDN) — Veteran Nutrition Care

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, James J. Peters VA Medical Center, Nutrition and Food Services, seeks a Clinical Dietitian to serve as the medical nutrition expert, coordinating care with Veterans, caregivers and the health team.

The role requires RDN/RD credentials, knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process, and ability to develop and monitor Medical Nutrition Therapy to improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• RDN/RD credential required (CDR)
• U.S. citizenship required for VA appointment
• ACEND-accredited education with eligibility for CDR exam
• Experience with Nutrition Care Process and Medical Nutrition Therapy preferred

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive nutrition assessments using the Nutrition Care Process to establish a nutrition diagnosis
• Develops and implements Medical Nutrition Therapy and monitors outcomes

Skills

NCP knowledge

Evidence-based practice

Data analysis for performance

Collaboration with stakeholders

Virtual care delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or related field

ACEND-accredited program

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, James J. Peters VA Medical Center, Nutrition and Food Services, seeks a Clinical Dietitian to serve as the medical nutrition expert, coordinating care with Veterans, caregivers and the health team.

The role requires RDN/RD credentials, knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process, and ability to develop and monitor Medical Nutrition Therapy to improve patient outcomes.