Dietitian - Lifespan Nutrition & Patient-Centered Care

University Hospital; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation Time Off

Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flex. F

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Pension Plan

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development

Job summary

University Hospital in Newark, NJ is seeking a Registered Dietitian to assess and intervene for pediatric, adult, and geriatric clients, providing nutrition risk screening, counseling, and care planning within a collaborative team.

You will document care in EMR, participate in rounds, educate patients and families, and help optimize nutrition outcomes while adhering to NJ Health Code and university policies. A Bachelor's in Dietetics and RDN eligibility or registration are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics or Nutrition required; graduate degree preferred for registration eligibility.
• Must be registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration or eligible within six months of hire.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills; ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Actively participates in creating a friendly, welcoming environment and communicates clearly.
• Coordinates care with the multidisciplinary team and participates in rounds and discharge planning.
• Documents all nutrition care in the EMR and collects dietary data to guide interventions.
• Counsels patients and families using evidence-based nutrition guidelines and supports education for staff and students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Dietetics

Graduate degree for registration eligibility

Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration or eligible within six months

Job description

University Hospital in Newark, NJ is seeking a Registered Dietitian to assess and intervene for pediatric, adult, and geriatric clients, providing nutrition risk screening, counseling, and care planning within a collaborative team.

You will document care in EMR, participate in rounds, educate patients and families, and help optimize nutrition outcomes while adhering to NJ Health Code and university policies. A Bachelor's in Dietetics and RDN eligibility or registration are required.