Registered Dietitian: Clinical Nutrition & Care Planning

Cynet Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a Registered Dietitian for a 13-week assignment in Madison, WI. The role focuses on initial nutrition assessments, reassessments, and care planning for admitted patients, with priority given to high-risk referrals.

The dietitian will ensure thorough documentation, oversee therapeutic diet adherence, and educate staff on nutrition and allergen management while collaborating with physicians, nursing, and nutrition services to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics or nutrition-related field.
• Registered Dietitian license is required.
• 2+ years of clinical nutrition experience; 3+ years preferred.
• Experience with therapeutic diets and allergen management.
• Strong documentation and care planning skills.
• Ability to educate staff and collaborate across disciplines.
• Knowledge of hospital nutrition policies and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial nutrition assessments and reassessments for all admitted patients.
• Prioritize high-risk referrals according to policy.
• Ensure complete and timely documentation: assessments, care plans, education, discharge planning.
• Oversee menu management to align with therapeutic diets and patient needs.
• Educate managers and staff on therapeutic diets and allergens.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, speech therapy, case management, and nutrition services.
• Support performance improvement initiatives, audit readiness, and policy updates.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Therapeutic diets

Teaching skills

Collaboration

Organization

Compliance awareness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics or nutrition-related field

Job description

Cynet Health is seeking a Registered Dietitian for a 13-week assignment in Madison, WI. The role focuses on initial nutrition assessments, reassessments, and care planning for admitted patients, with priority given to high-risk referrals.

The dietitian will ensure thorough documentation, oversee therapeutic diet adherence, and educate staff on nutrition and allergen management while collaborating with physicians, nursing, and nutrition services to optimize patient outcomes.