Dietitian - Registered Dietitian

Cynet Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a Registered Dietitian for a 13-week assignment in Madison, WI. The role focuses on initial nutrition assessments, reassessments, and care planning for admitted patients, with priority given to high-risk referrals.

The dietitian will ensure thorough documentation, oversee therapeutic diet adherence, and educate staff on nutrition and allergen management while collaborating with physicians, nursing, and nutrition services to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics or nutrition-related field.
• Registered Dietitian license is required.
• 2+ years of clinical nutrition experience; 3+ years preferred.
• Experience with therapeutic diets and allergen management.
• Strong documentation and care planning skills.
• Ability to educate staff and collaborate across disciplines.
• Knowledge of hospital nutrition policies and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial nutrition assessments and reassessments for all admitted patients.
• Prioritize high-risk referrals according to policy.
• Ensure complete and timely documentation: assessments, care plans, education, discharge planning.
• Oversee menu management to align with therapeutic diets and patient needs.
• Educate managers and staff on therapeutic diets and allergens.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, speech therapy, case management, and nutrition services.
• Support performance improvement initiatives, audit readiness, and policy updates.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Therapeutic diets

Teaching skills

Collaboration

Organization

Compliance awareness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics or nutrition-related field

Job description

Dietitian - Registered Dietitian

Profession: Dietician

Specialty: Nutrition

Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Experience: Minimum 2 years, preferred 3+ years

License: Registered Dietician

Certifications: Required

Must-Have Skills/Experience:Clinical nutrition assessment and care planningClear documentationKnowledge of therapeutic diets and allergen managementEffective teaching and presentation skillsAbility to collaborate across disciplinesStrong organization and follow-throughSurvey readiness and compliance awareness

Description:This position is for a registered dietician who will conduct initial nutrition assessments and reassessments for all admitted patients.The role requires prioritizing high-risk referrals per policy.It is essential to ensure complete and timely documentation, including assessments, care plans, education, and discharge planning in accordance with hospital policy and regulatory standards.The dietician will provide oversight of the menu management process to align offerings with therapeutic diet orders and patient needs.Education will be provided to managers and staff on therapeutic diets, food allergens, and related topics, serving as a subject-matter resource.Collaboration with physicians, nursing, speech therapy, case management, and nutrition services is required to optimize patient outcomes and experiences.Support for performance improvement initiatives, audit readiness, and policy updates related to clinical nutrition and food service operations will be part of the role.Maintaining patient safety and privacy while following infection prevention and allergen-control practices is crucial.Demonstrate strong effectiveness in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams composed of individuals with diverse educational backgrounds and levels of experience.Required education includes a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Dietetics or a nutrition-related field.