Dietitian, Certified in Nutrition Support FT Days

Englewood Hospital; Englewood (NJ); On-site; USD 44,083 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Wellness resources

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Englewood, NJ is seeking a full-time Dietitian to deliver comprehensive nutritional care for patients. Responsibilities include nutritional assessments, interdisciplinary collaboration, and documentation compliance. Qualified candidates should hold a bachelor's degree in Foods and Nutrition along with relevant experience in ICU and Med/Surg settings. The position offers a pay range of $32.00 to $42.00 per hour, and benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Foods and Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition or related area.
• ICU and Med/Surg experience required.
• Prior experience in writing Parenteral Nutrition Orders a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nutritional assessment and monitoring for inpatients and outpatients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop nutritional care plans.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and adhere to policy standards.

Skills

Nutritional assessment

Effective communication

Clinical documentation

Enteral/parenteral nutrition management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Foods and Nutrition

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Computer programs proficiency

Job description

Dietitian, Certified in Nutrition Support FT Days

Englewood Health, a leading healthcare system comprising Englewood Hospital and the Englewood Health Physician Network, is committed to delivering exceptional patient care across northern New Jersey. We are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member can bring their skills, creative ideas, positive approaches, and a commitment to excellence. Join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission of transforming the lives of the patients and communities we serve.

Job Summary

The Dietitian is responsible for providing comprehensive nutritional care to patients identified with special needs and/or those who meet nutritional risk criteria. Nutritional care includes patient assessment and reassessment, patient and family education, interdisciplinary communication, nutritional plan of care development, and documentation of all interventions in accordance with hospital policy and acceptable practice standards.

Department

Food and Nutrition Services

Location

Englewood, NJ | Status: Full Time | Shift: Days | Hours: 8:00am-4:00pm

Job Essentials

• Provide comprehensive nutritional assessment, counseling, and monitoring for inpatients and outpatients, including high‑risk cases and enteral/parenteral nutrition management.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, pharmacy, and the Nutrition Support Team to develop care plans, calculate nutritional requirements, and support metabolic and anthropometric evaluations.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, ensure compliance with policies and regulatory standards (e.g., JCAHO), and assist in developing and updating departmental policies and procedures.
• Deliver education and training to medical staff, students, dietitians, and food service personnel; serve as a nutrition resource and support in‑service programs.
• Promote service excellence by communicating effectively, addressing patient concerns, participating in committees, supervising students/volunteers, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Foods and Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition or related area.
• Master's degree preferred.
• ICU and Med/Surg experience required.
• Prior experience in writing Parenteral Nutrition Orders a plus.
• Proficiency in computer programs required.
• Must have the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Must possess the ability to understand and react effectively to the unique nutritional needs of patients of all ages as attained through educational training, continuing education or experience.
• Ability to communicate with patients, patient's family, dietary, medical and nursing personnel and outside agencies.
• Ability to move about the hospital; interview patients at bedside, walk half the day.

License / Certification / Registry

• Certification in Nutrition Support (CNSC)
• Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration

Compensation & Benefits

Englewood Health job postings provide a minimum rate to comply with New Jersey Law. The rate of pay for each position will be determined based on a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, etc. The minimum rate does not include bonuses/incentives, differential pay or other forms of compensation. In addition to the minimum rate, eligible employees may receive comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other wellness resources. Salary range: $32.00 - $42.00 per hour.

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