Dietitian-Morristown Medical Center-Part Time

Atlantic Health System; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in New Jersey is seeking a Registered Dietitian for their outpatient clinic. The role involves evaluating patients' nutritional status, implementing care plans, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient care. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and a solid understanding of nutrition science.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Registered Dietitian in New Jersey.
• 2-3 years of experience in acute care clinical nutrition preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate nutritional status and implement individualized nutrition care plans.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to optimize patient care.
• Maintain documentation in electronic medical records.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Nutrition Assessment

Medical Nutrition Therapy

Knowledge of Diabetes

Knowledge of Gastrointestinal Disorders

Knowledge of Cardiovascular Nutrition

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics

Master's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for monitoring the AHS's compliance with current applicable Federal, State, and local dietary standards, guidelines, and regulations. Ensures that the highest quality resident care is maintained at all times.

Principal Accountabilities:

The Gunnar H. Esiason Adult Cystic Fibrosis Center is seeking a Registered Dietitian for our outpatient clinic.

Responsibilities Include:

1. Evaluate the nutritional status of patients by reviewing pertinent information obtained from the electronic medical record and the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
2. Apply knowledge of nutrition screening and assessment to provide medical nutrition therapy by developing and implementing individualized nutrition care plans. Strong knowledge of diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, and cardiovascular-related nutrition care is preferred.
3. Collaborate with healthcare team members to optimize patient care.
4. Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical records of patient interactions and progress.
5. Stay current with nutritional science and evidence-based practices.
6. Participate in quality improvement activities and research projects.
7. Assist with additional duties within the department as necessary.
8. Must have strong interpersonal skills and be comfortable in one-on-one counseling settings.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics, Home Science, or a related field.
• Licensed with the State of New Jersey as a Registered Dietetic Technician, Registered Dietitian, or through the Dietary Manager Association, or as applicable.

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics, Home Science, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in acute care clinical nutrition or relevant area.