Inpatient Dietitian II — Clinical Nutrition Expert

MedStar Health; Davidsonville (MD); On-site; USD 73,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Maryland seeks an experienced Registered Dietitian to provide comprehensive medical nutrition therapy for inpatients. You will assess, plan, implement, and monitor nutrition care across medical conditions, while supporting education and professional development.

The role requires leadership in clinical rounds, evidence-based practice, and cross-coverage across NICU/Pediatrics as needed. Credentials include RD/Registered Dietitian and DC DOH licenses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition Science with accredited dietetic internship.
• Master's degree required if completed after January 1, 2024.
• Minimum experience: 5–7 years in clinical nutrition; or 3–4 years with specialty certs.

Responsibilities

• Consult with physicians on patients' nutritional needs and diet plans.
• Develop nutrition assessment, evaluation, and follow-up plans.
• Provide in/outpatient diet rationale for self-management.
• Participate in rounds, meetings, and cross-coverage as needed.
• Review literature and present findings in Journal Club.
• Deliver at least one case study presentation annually.

Skills

Clinical dietetics

EMR navigation

Communication

Time management

Public speaking

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in Food & Nutrition Science

Accredited Dietetic Internship

Master's degree (after 01/01/2024) required

Job description

MedStar Health in Maryland seeks an experienced Registered Dietitian to provide comprehensive medical nutrition therapy for inpatients. You will assess, plan, implement, and monitor nutrition care across medical conditions, while supporting education and professional development.

The role requires leadership in clinical rounds, evidence-based practice, and cross-coverage across NICU/Pediatrics as needed. Credentials include RD/Registered Dietitian and DC DOH licenses.