Dietitian

CommuniCare Health; Westminster, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Westminster Nursing and Rehab in Westminster, MD is seeking a Dietitian to assess nutritional needs, develop individualized diet plans, and collaborate with the care team to achieve optimal outcomes.

The role supports patient education, nutritional counseling, and ongoing progress monitoring while contributing to quality improvement initiatives within a compassionate care setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or related field required.
• Completion of a dietetic internship program required.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Certified Dietitian (CD) credential required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutritional assessments of patients and develop personalized diet plans.
• Plan and implement diet menus that meet patient needs and preferences.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to develop individualized care plans.
• Monitor patients' progress and adjust diet plans as needed.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on proper nutrition and meal planning.
• Conduct nutritional counseling and provide recommendations for improving health.
• Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement initiatives.
• Document patient progress and maintain accurate records.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or related field

Dietetic internship program

Registered Dietitian (RD) or Certified Dietitian (CD) credential

Job description

Job Title: Dietitian
Job Location: Westminster, MD
Company Name: Westminster Nursing and Rehab

Job Summary:

At Westminster Nursing and Rehab, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our residents and patients. As a Dietitian, you will play a vital role in ensuring the nutritional needs of our patients are met, promoting healthy eating habits, and collaborating with our interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough nutritional assessments of patients and develop personalized diet plans
• Plan and implement diet menus that meet patient needs and preferences
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Monitor patients' progress and adjust diet plans as needed
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on proper nutrition and meal planning
• Conduct nutritional counseling and provide recommendations for improving overall health
• Participate in quality assurance andquality improvement initiatives
• Document patient progress and maintain accurate records

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or related field
• Completion of a dietetic internship program
• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Certified Dietitian (CD) credential
• Minimum of 0 years of experience in a healthcare setting

What We Offer:

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