REGISTERED DIETITIAN

Cooper University Health Care; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper Norcross Health is seeking a Registered Dietitian in Camden, NJ to provide medical nutrition therapy, nutrition counseling, and individualized care plans for inpatient and outpatient settings.

The role requires an approved internship/traineeship, a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition/Dietetics, and active registration with the American Dietetic Association. Salary reflects NJ pay transparency and is aligned with experience.

Qualifications

• Approved internship/traineeship.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics required.
• Registration with American Dietetic Association required

Responsibilities

• Provide optimal nutritional care to patients under supervision.
• Perform medical nutrition therapy and care plans.
• Conduct nutritional assessments and patient visits for inpatient/outpatient diet counseling.
• Assist in other Food and Nutrition Services duties.

Skills

Medical Nutrition Therapy

Diet Counseling

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition/Dietetics

Job description

REGISTERED DIETITIAN

Camden, NJ

Job ID 67648

Job Type Full Time

Shift Day

Specialty Food and Nutrition

About us

Cooper Norcross Health, formerly Cooper University Health Care, is a leading academic health system affiliated with Cooper Norcross Medical School of Rowan University. Headquartered in Camden, New Jersey, Cooper Norcross Health has revenues of more than $3 billion and an A+ credit rating from both S&P and Fitch Ratings.

Cooper Norcross Health has nearly 14,000 team members, including more than 2,200 nurses, more than 1,200 employed physicians representing 95 specialties and subspecialties, and more than 700 advanced practice providers.

The health system operates MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper as well as four hospitals - its 663-bed flagship Cooper Norcross University Hospital in Camden, its 229-bed Cooper Norcross University Hospital Cape Regional in Cape May Court House, Children's Hospital at Cooper Norcross Health in Camden, and The Recovery Village Cherry Hill at Cooper, a substance abuse rehabilitation and inpatient treatment facility, in partnership with American Recovery Services.

Cooper Norcross University Hospital in Camden is the only Level 1 Trauma Center in South Jersey and the busiest in the region. The hospital has been recognized as a top-performing regional hospital by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals annual survey for eight years.

More than 2.54 million patients visit Cooper Norcross Health facilities annually. Its ambulatory network encompasses three outpatient surgery centers, seven urgent care centers, a wound care center, and more than 130 physician, physical therapy, and radiology offices extending from the Delaware River to the New Jersey shore.

Cooper Norcross Health, a not-for-profit health system, was named one of America's Best Large Employers for 2026 by Forbes, ranking among the top 200 in the nation. Visit CooperHealth.org (opens in new window) to learn more.

Short Description

Under general supervision, is responsible for providing optimal nutritional care to patients, which compiles with the Joint Commission and title 22 regulations and the standards of care in the dietetic profession.

Responsible for the medical nutrition therapy of patient/residents; nutritional assessment, nutrition care plans, patient visitation, inpatient/outpatient diet counseling, consults regarding advance nutrition support, as well as assist in other areas related to the Food and Nutrition Services Department.

Experience Required

Approved internship/traineeship.

Education Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics required.

License/Certification Requirements

Registration with American Dietetic Association required

*Proof of required RD License(s) and/or Certification(s) due at time of hire.

Hourly Rate Min $31

Hourly Rate Max $53

The New Jersey Pay Transparency Act requires disclosure of the pay range for this position.

A salary offer will vary based on the job role, candidate experience, qualifications, internal pay equity and market data.

Cooper University Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to equal employment opportunity for all team members. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, or any other status protected by law or regulation. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail]