Specialty Dietitian - PRN

IHA; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 44,083 - 68,880; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Work/Life balance with flexible work

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Holy Cross Health in Silver Spring, Maryland is seeking a Part-time Specialty Dietitian (PRN) for Holy Cross Hospital to manage nutrition care for critically ill patients, including those requiring enteral and parenteral support. You will collaborate with physicians and care teams, provide nutrition education to staff and families, and create individualized nutrition plans.

Requirements: BS in Dietetics, CNSC, active CDR registration, Maryland licensure (or in process with CE), and 1 year of

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Dietetics or Food and Nutrition from an accredited institution.
• CNSC certification through NBNSC.
• Active registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Maryland licensure or in process, including 15 CE hours annually.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in nutrition support.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills across care teams.
• English reading and writing proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a clinical nutrition expert, guiding physicians, staff and families for optimal nutritional outcomes.
• Provide expert nutrition care for critically ill patients, including artificial nutrition support management.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams through rounds and performance improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a resource for nutrition support education to medical staff, patients, and families.
• Integrate clinical data to create comprehensive, individualized nutrition plans.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all patient interactions and documentation.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Dietetics

CNSC Certification

CDR Registration

Maryland Licensure (or in process)

Job description

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Job Title: Specialty Dietitian

Employment Type: PRN

Shift: Day - Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM (with rotating weekends)

Location: Holy Cross Hospital, Silver Spring, Maryland

Position Purpose

• The Specialty Dietitian will manage the nutrition care of critically ill patients, including those requiring enteral and parenteral nutrition support.

As a “Specialty Dietitian” You Will

• Serve as a clinical nutrition expert, providing guidance and support to physicians, staff, and patient families to ensure optimal nutritional outcomes.
• Provide expert nutrition care for critically ill patients, including the management of artificial nutrition support
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams through participation in patient rounds and performance improvement initiatives
• Serve as a resource for nutrition support education to medical staff, patients, and families
• Integrate clinical data from various disciplines to create comprehensive, individualized nutrition plans
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all patient interactions and documentation

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Dietetics or Food and Nutrition from an accredited institution
• Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) through NBNSC
• Active registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
• Licensed or in the process of obtaining licensure in the state of Maryland (including 15 CE hours annually)
• Minimum 1 year of experience in nutrition support
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across care teams
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Pay rate

$32.44 - $50.29

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.

Position Highlights And Benefits

• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
• Free onsite parking.

Holy Cross Health

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves the two most populous counties in Maryland, Montgomery and Prince George’s, with a commitment to being the most trusted provider of health-care services in the area. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Holy Cross Health is a member of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan. Holy Cross Hospital, in Silver Spring, is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland, and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is the first hospital in the nation built on a community college campus, enhanced by an educational partnership. The Holy Cross Health Network operates primary-care practices and affordable health centers, and offers a wide range of innovative, community-based health and wellness programs. Specialty care, home care and hospice services round out Holy Cross Health’s high-quality and coordinated continuum of care that aims to improve health and let you live life on your own terms.

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status.

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.