Dietitian Per Diem: Outpatient/Inpatient Nutrition

Bristol Hospital Group; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Health in Bristol, CT is seeking a registered dietitian to lead outpatient counseling services within the Nutrition Department. The role reports to the Clinical Nutrition Manager and collaborates with physicians and other providers to optimize patient nutrition care.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or Nutrition, RD certification, and 1 year of clinical or outpatient experience. Strong communication and nutrition education skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics or Nutrition.
• Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist with State of Connecticut credentials or eligible.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) with CDR.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical or outpatient experience preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional status by reviewing medical history, medications, laboratory parameters, eating habits and weight history.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to patients and families.
• Collaborate with physicians, PAs, APRNs, nurses, and other providers to coordinate care.
• Document in the EMR and assist with discharge planning as needed.
• Conduct community lectures or classes on nutrition topics.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

Communication skills

Education

Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist (CDR)

Registered Dietitian (RD)

Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics or Nutrition

Job description

Bristol Health in Bristol, CT is seeking a registered dietitian to lead outpatient counseling services within the Nutrition Department. The role reports to the Clinical Nutrition Manager and collaborates with physicians and other providers to optimize patient nutrition care.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or Nutrition, RD certification, and 1 year of clinical or outpatient experience. Strong communication and nutrition education skills are essential for success.