Nutritionist,RD

RWJBarnabas Health

West Long Branch (NJ)

On-site

USD 72,363 - 91,728

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Job summary

A healthcare organization in New Jersey is looking for a Nutritionist to provide nutrition services and mentor students. Key responsibilities include educating patients on nutrition practices and collaborating with healthcare teams. The position offers a full-time day shift with a salary range of approximately $72,363 to $91,728 per year. Benefits include paid time off, health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

Must be a Registered Dietitian or eligible for registration.
Successful completion of site personnel general orientation is required.
Completion of department-specific orientation needed.

Responsibilities

Provide nutrition services as part of the healthcare team.
Mentor students and educate patients on nutrition practices.
Conduct in-service sessions for hospital personnel.

Skills

Registered Dietitian (RD)

Patient education

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

RD or RD eligible Status

Job description

Nutritionist, RD

Location: Monmouth Medical Center

Department: Dietary-Management

Req #: 0000230846

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $72,363.20 - $91,728.00 per year

Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview

To provide optimal nutrition services as an integral part of the healthcare system, and strive for continuous improvement of services and customer satisfaction, as well as continue to develop professional growth. Meet or exceed productivity guidelines and advance QA programs, and educate patients, families and staff on sound nutrition practices. To mentor students within the hospital community.

Qualifications

RD or RD eligible Status
Successful completion of site personnel general orientation and successful completion of department‑specific orientation

Scheduling Requirements (non‑exempt positions)

Day shift
Full-Time
40 hours per week

Essential Functions

Attends annual competency series for clinical staff; provides competency lectures when applicable.
Conducts in-service sessions for hospital personnel where applicable and serves as education preceptor for dietetic interns from CSE,UMDNJ, Sodexo and other students as assigned.
Confers with multidisciplinary healthcare team members to include; but not limited to, physicians, nurses, and case managers, as related to patient care.
Attends patient care conferences.
Develops, plans, and implements nutrition projects for the department and community through services such as speaking engagements and classes.
Follows standards of practice for prioritizing care recommendations and implementation of nutrition care plans and complies with regulatory requirements for completion of assessment, and reassessment documentation within assigned timeframes.
Maintains registration status through attendance at seminars and continuing education programs.
Participate in the interdisciplinary patient teaching process by providing appropriate diet and drug/nutrient interaction education to patients and/or family members.
Demonstrates the ability to identify the learning methods preference of the patient.
Reviews medical records, assesses patient needs and initiates appropriate nutritional therapy to provide optimal care, evaluated based on chart audits and clinical competency evaluation.

Benefits and Perks