Dietitian - Pediatric Clinical Dietitian

Cynet HealthStaff; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff is seeking a Pediatric Dietitian for a 20-week assignment in Baltimore. The role focuses on pediatric nutrition assessment, medical nutrition therapy, counseling, and collaborative care with the interdisciplinary team to implement nutrition plans.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Nutrition or Dietetics, Dietetic Internship completion, and active CDR exam status. On-site coverage is required; holidays may be scheduled.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or related field.
• Completion of required coursework, Dietetic Internship, and successful passing of the CDR exam, or a Bachelor’s degree with completion of required coursework and Dietetic Internship if the CDR exam is passed before 01/01/24.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients' nutritional status and develops MNT care plans.
• Provides nutrition counseling and education to patients and caregivers.
• Documents recommendations for treatment in the medical record.
• Participates in interdisciplinary rounds with medical, nursing, and rehab staff.
• Coordinates care with interdisciplinary team members.

Skills

Pediatric nutrition

Medical nutrition therapy

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Master's degree in Nutrition or Dietetics

CDR exam eligibility or passing

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

Dietitian - Pediatric Clinical Dietitian

Pediatric Dietitian

Profession: Dietary Services

Specialty: Pediatric Dietitian

Duration: 20 weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 8 hours (08:30 - 17:00)

Experience: 2 years pediatric experience required

License: MD Dietitian licensure

Certifications: Registration with the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics; BLS; RD/RDN

Must-Have:

Minimum of a Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or related field.Completion of required coursework, Dietetic Internship, and successful passing of the CDR exam, or a Bachelor’s degree with completion of required coursework and Dietetic Internship if the CDR exam is passed before 01/01/24.

Description:Assesses patients' nutritional status.Develops appropriate medical nutrition therapy care plans.Provides nutrition counseling and education to patients and caregivers.Documents recommendations for treatment in the patient's electronic medical record according to facility policy.Communicates effectively with coworkers and families to ensure the appropriate nutrition care plan is implemented and followed.Participates in interdisciplinary rounds with medical, nursing, and rehab staff.Coordinates care with interdisciplinary team members.Performs all duties and responsibilities for designated inpatients and ambulatory care patients.Functions as a member of the multidisciplinary team to develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate patients' nutritional care plans.Documents recommendations and treatment in the medical record according to facility policy.Complies with all hospital-wide and departmental policies and procedures.On-call and weekend coverage are not required.Holidays are required as scheduled.May be required to float to other locations until the specified date.