Dietitian

FlexStaff; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

FlexStaff is seeking a dedicated Dietitian to join our client’s dynamic clinical and dietary team! In this role, you won't just look at numbers, you’ll get to know our residents, honor their cultural and personal preferences, and collaborate with an incredible healthcare team to ensure they thrive.

Responsibilities include assessing nutritional status, developing care plans, and documenting outcomes using our EMR system, while collaborating with physicians and the food service team.

Qualifications

• Fluent in spoken English with clear, legible writing.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition or related field.
• At least 1 year of clinical experience.
• Collaborative team player who can navigate long-term care with empathy and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional and hydration status, analyze labs, track weights, and determine nutrient requirements.
• Create individualized nutrition interventions, manage tube-feeding formulas, and document outcomes using EMR.
• Collaborate with physicians and the food service team; provide nutrition education to residents and families.
• Monitor meal services and honor cultural and religious dietary wishes to ensure residents enjoy meals meeting health needs and preferences.

Skills

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition

Job description

Are you a passionate nutrition looking to make a genuine, daily difference in the lives of others? Do you believe that food is medicine and that personalized care can truly transform quality of life?

FlexStaff is seeking a dedicated Dietitian to join our client’s dynamic clinical and dietary team! In this role, you won't just look at numbers, you’ll get to know our residents, honor their cultural and personal preferences, and collaborate with an incredible healthcare team to ensure they thrive.

Responsibilities:

• Be a Clinical Expert: Assess nutritional and hydration status, analyze labs (like sodium, potassium, and albumin), track weights, and calculate precise nutrient requirements.
• Create Meaningful Care Plans: Develop individualized nutrition interventions, manage tube-feeding formulas, and document outcomes using our EMR system.
• Collaborate & Educate: Actively participate in resident care plan meetings, partner with physicians and the food service team, and provide valuable nutrition education to residents and their families.
• Champion Resident Satisfaction: Monitor meal services, honor cultural and religious dietary wishes, and ensure every resident enjoys food that meets both their health needs and personal preferences.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition or a related field.
• Experience: At least one (1) year of appropriate clinical experience.
• Communication Skills: Fluent in spoken English with clear, legible English writing skills.
• The Right Fit: A collaborative team player who can navigate the emotional and mental demands of long-term care with empathy, grace, and professionalism.