Inpatient Clinical Dietitian I: Nutrition Therapy

Nutritioncare; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 107,000; Part time

Job summary

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital seeks a Registered Dietitian to deliver comprehensive medical nutrition therapy for inpatients, including malnutrition assessments and nutrition support recommendations. The role requires DC licensure and ongoing credential maintenance, with cross-cover in Neonatal ICU and Pediatrics as needed.

Responsibilities include diet plan formulation, rounds participation, documentation in medical records, and presenting literature in journal clubs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition Science with accredited internship
• Master's degree required if completed after Jan 1 2024
• Registered Dietitian with CDR and DC DOH within 90 days

Responsibilities

• Consult with physicians and other health professionals on nutrition status and diet plans
• Develop nutrition assessment, evaluation and follow-up plans for patients at nutrition risk
• Participate in rounds and department meetings; communicate with administrative staff
• Provide in/outpatient diet rationale for self-management
• Cross-cover in Neonatal ICU and Pediatrics as needed

Skills

Clinical dietetics

EMR navigation

Public speaking

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition Science

Master's degree in Nutrition Science (post-Jan 2024)

Tools

EMR software

Job description

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital seeks a Registered Dietitian to deliver comprehensive medical nutrition therapy for inpatients, including malnutrition assessments and nutrition support recommendations. The role requires DC licensure and ongoing credential maintenance, with cross-cover in Neonatal ICU and Pediatrics as needed.

Responsibilities include diet plan formulation, rounds participation, documentation in medical records, and presenting literature in journal clubs.