Inpatient Clinical Dietitian: Medical Nutrition Therapy

MedStar Health; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a registered dietitian to provide comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients with a variety of medical conditions, including malnutrition assessments, nutrition-focused examinations, diet education, and nutrition support recommendations in accordance with hospital policies.

Responsibilities include consulting with physicians, formulating care plans, participating in rounds, cross-covering NICU and Pediatrics as needed, maintaining credentials, and documenting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition Science with an accredited dietetic internship (RDE considered).
• Master's degree required if completed after Jan 1 2024.

Responsibilities

• Consult physicians and other health professionals regarding patients' nutritional statuses and diet plans.
• Formulate nutrition assessment, evaluation and follow-up plans for patients at nutrition risk.
• Participate in clinical rounds, attend department meetings, and document in the medical record.

Skills

Clinical dietetics

EMR navigation

Communication

Time management

Public speaking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor in Food & Nutrition Science

Master's degree (after Jan 2024)

Job description

MedStar Health is seeking a registered dietitian to provide comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients with a variety of medical conditions, including malnutrition assessments, nutrition-focused examinations, diet education, and nutrition support recommendations in accordance with hospital policies.

Responsibilities include consulting with physicians, formulating care plans, participating in rounds, cross-covering NICU and Pediatrics as needed, maintaining credentials, and documenting