Registered Dietitian-Hybrid (Part Time)

Trinity Health; City of Syracuse (NY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Hybrid work option

Job summary

Trinity Health in Syracuse, NY is seeking a part-time Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) for an inpatient role with a hybrid work option (work from home 1 day per week). 20 hours per week with weekend/holiday coverage. Provides nutrition assessment, care planning, and education; supports performance improvement efforts.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and active RDN with CDR. Sign-on bonus of $2,500. Salary based on experience within pay range.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree required.
• Registration as RDN with CDR required.
• No minimum experience; 1 year preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses nutritional status and diagnoses; develops nutrition care plans.
• Monitors outcomes and revises care plans as needed.
• Educates patients and families on therapeutic diets and discharge plans.
• Documents and reports in a timely manner.
• Mentors students, interns and staff; participates in quality initiatives.
• Advises on diets, allergies, and menus; represents department externally.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with CDR

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: $2,500 sign on bonus

Inpatient position with Hybrid opportunity (work from home 1 day per week), qualified after completing appropriate training/orientation (could take from 90 days - 6 months)

20 hours per week to include some weekend and some holiday coverage

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assesses nutritional status of patients and identifies nutrition problems/diagnoses as appropriate.

Develops and implements nutrition care plans utilizing appropriate nutrition interventions (including oral diets, oral nutrition supplements, enter nutrition, parenteral nutrition, referral to other services/community agencies).

Monitors the effectiveness of nutrition interventions, evaluates patient outcomes, and revises nutrition care plan as needed.

Educates/counsels patients/families individually or in groups on therapeutic diets and nutrition principles, and nutrition care plan/discharge plan.

Communicates/collaborates with members of the health care team regarding nutrition care plans and discharge needs/plans through participation in unit rounds/SNAP huddles, family meetings and 1:1 dialogue with members of the health care team.

Completes all required documentation, reports, and productivity logs in an accurate and timely manner.

Orients/trains/mentors/precepts students, interns, staff, and other professionals.

Participates in department and organizational performance improvement/quality activities/initiatives, research, and assigned committees, councils, and/or task forces.

Advises the Nutritional Services Department on patient nutritional care/food allergies, modified diets/menus based on current diet manual, and food service issues.

Represents the Clinical Nutrition department by responding to media requests, participating in outreach activities, and promoting sound nutrition throughout the organization.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Registration: Active status as Registered Dietitian Nutrition (RDN) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) is required.
• Experience: No minimum requirement. One year of clinical experience preferred.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patient, family, and members of the health care team.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages and apply basic algebraic concepts; ability to accurately calculate comparative standards.
• Possesses necessary skills to effectively operate the hospital and department computer-based systems including ability to operate a standard computer, and basic use of application software such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Work environment: Office and clinical settings. Exposure Class I.

Physical Requirements: Light work: standing, sitting, walking, lifting, bending, stooping, and tasting.

Pay Range: $36.45 - $53.70

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.