Clinical Dietitian Specialist: Medical Nutrition Therapy

UNM HOSPITALS; Monte Largo Hills (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

UNM Hospitals in New Mexico seeks a nutrition professional to deliver Medical Nutrition Therapy, assess nutritional status, and implement care plans within the Food and Nutrition team.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient education, and collaboration with healthcare staff across diverse age groups, including neonate to geriatric, with opportunities for credentialed advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nutrition or dietetics required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 6 months of directly related experience required.
• Advanced credentials (CDR/NBNSC/NCBDE) may qualify for Specialist designation.

Responsibilities

• Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
• Perform nutrition screening, assessments and care-plan development
• Monitor clinical indicators and anthropometric data to assess nutrition status
• Provide nutrition education to patients and families
• Direct the nutrition care aides and supervise interns as a preceptor
• Maintain accurate records to meet regulatory guidelines
• Collaborate with the health care team on rounds and staff teaching

Skills

Medical Nutrition Therapy

Dietary assessment

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition/Dietetics

Master's degree

Job description

UNM Hospitals in New Mexico seeks a nutrition professional to deliver Medical Nutrition Therapy, assess nutritional status, and implement care plans within the Food and Nutrition team.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient education, and collaboration with healthcare staff across diverse age groups, including neonate to geriatric, with opportunities for credentialed advancement.