Registered Dietitian - REGDIET 26-15749

JOB TITLE: Registered Dietitian

JOB OVERVIEW

Location: New York, NY 10044
Shift: Day shift
Duration: 14 Weeks - CONTRACT [NO BENEFITS]
Working hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Schedule: 5 days per week
Total hours: Two options available, 20 hours per week or 35 hours per week

JOB SUMMARY: This role is for a qualified, experienced Registered Dietitian to provide comprehensive nutritional assessment, patient education and dietary care services. The dietitian evaluates patients’ nutritional needs, develops appropriate dietary recommendations, monitors food and drug interactions, and collaborates with physicians and healthcare professionals to support optimal patient outcomes. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of clinical nutrition, nutrition care planning, patient assessment and dietary management.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Screening and Assessment

• Screen and assess patients accurately and within established timelines based on their level of care.
• Evaluate patients’ nutritional needs and overall nutritional status.
• Interview patients and/or their families to obtain dietary histories, food habits and nutritional preferences.
• Review and interpret laboratory results, physical assessments and relevant social information in medical records.

Care Planning and Follow-Up

• Develop appropriate nutrition care plans and provide follow-up care.
• Collaborate with physicians regarding appropriate diet modifications and nutritional recommendations.
• Modify patient menus based on nutritional requirements and dietary preferences.
• Monitor patients’ progress and provide ongoing nutritional support.

Food and Drug Interactions

• Monitor patients for potential food and drug interactions.
• Educate patients about food and drug interactions and appropriate dietary modifications.
• Document food and drug interactions in the patient education section of medical records.

Patient Education and Documentation

• Provide individualized nutrition education and dietary instructions.
• Document patients’ diets, nutritional instructions and understanding of recommended dietary changes.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of clinical nutrition and nutrition care.
• Experience in patient screening and nutritional assessment.
• Knowledge of food and drug interactions.
• Excellent patient education and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret medical records and relevant laboratory data.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, Foods and Nutrition, or a related field from an accredited college or university.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURE (ACUTE CARE LOCATIONS)

• Registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) as a Registered Dietitian.
• Primary source verification of CDR registration.
• New York State certification issued by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) as a Dietitian-Nutritionist.

REQUIRED CLINICAL SKILLS

• Patient screening and nutritional assessment.
• Nutrition care planning and follow-up.
• Nutrition education and dietary counseling.
• Food and drug interaction monitoring.
• Medical record interpretation.
• Dietary modification and menu management.
• Patient and family education.
• Nutritional documentation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years of professional experience.
• Master’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition or a related field.
• Previous experience in long-term care or post-acute care facilities.
• AHA BLS certification.