Inpatient Clinical Dietitian: Nutrition Therapy

MedStar Health; Riva (MD); On-site; USD 61,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital seeks a Registered Dietitian to deliver inpatient Medical Nutrition Therapy for diverse medical conditions, performing malnutrition assessments, nutrition-focused exams, diet education, and nutrition support recommendations in line with Spirit Values.

Responsibilities include interdisciplinary consults, care planning, rounds participation, diet rationale for self-management, cross-coverage in Neonatal ICU and Pediatrics, ongoing literature reviews,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition Science with accredited dietetic internship.
• Master's degree completed after Jan 1 2024.
• 1–2 years general clinical nutrition experience preferred.
• Registered Dietitian credential within 90 days.
• Dietitian licensure in DC within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Consult with physicians on patient nutrition plans.
• Formulate nutrition assessment and follow-up plans.
• Participate in rounds and meetings; communicate findings.
• Cross-cover in Neonatal ICU and Pediatrics as needed.
• Maintain professional development and literature reviews.

Skills

Public speaking

Time management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition Science with accredited dietetic internship

Master's degree (completed after Jan 1 2024)

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital seeks a Registered Dietitian to deliver inpatient Medical Nutrition Therapy for diverse medical conditions, performing malnutrition assessments, nutrition-focused exams, diet education, and nutrition support recommendations in line with Spirit Values.

Responsibilities include interdisciplinary consults, care planning, rounds participation, diet rationale for self-management, cross-coverage in Neonatal ICU and Pediatrics, ongoing literature reviews,