Inpatient Clinical Dietitian I — Nutrition Therapy & Rounds

MedStar Health; Virginia; Vor Ort; USD 61.000 - 107.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

MedStar Health in Virginia seeks a Dietitian to provide comprehensive medical nutrition therapy to inpatients with various medical conditions. The role includes nutrition assessments, education, and nutrition support planning in accordance with MedStar policies.

The position requires an accredited internship, a BS in Nutrition, and RD licensure within 90 days, with potential cross-coverage in NICU and Pediatrics. Excellent communication and time management are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Food & Nutrition Science with an accredited internship.
• Master’s degree required if completed after Jan 1, 2024.
• 1–2 years of general clinical nutrition experience preferred.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) eligibility with 90-day licensure window.
• DC Department of Health Dietitian license eligibility within 90 days.

Aufgaben

• Consult with physicians regarding patients' nutritional statuses and diet plans.
• Formulate nutrition assessment, evaluation and follow-up plans for at-risk patients.
• Participate in clinical rounds and interdisciplinary meetings.
• Cross-cover in Neonatal ICU and Pediatrics as needed.
• Maintain ongoing professional development and licensure requirements.
• Present literature findings and deliver a professional presentation as needed.

Kenntnisse

Strong communication

Public speaking

Time management

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s in Food & Nutrition Science with accredited internship

Master’s degree in Nutrition or related field (required after Jan 1, 2024)

Registered Dietitian certification (RD) – within 90 days

DC Dietitian license (DIETDC) – within 90 days

Jobbeschreibung

MedStar Health in Virginia seeks a Dietitian to provide comprehensive medical nutrition therapy to inpatients with various medical conditions. The role includes nutrition assessments, education, and nutrition support planning in accordance with MedStar policies.

The position requires an accredited internship, a BS in Nutrition, and RD licensure within 90 days, with potential cross-coverage in NICU and Pediatrics. Excellent communication and time management are essential.