Clinical Dietitian - Pennsylvania Hospital

Penn Medicine • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

The Clinical Dietitian at Pennsylvania Hospital is responsible for providing high-quality, evidence-based nutrition care to patients in both inpatient and ambulatory settings. This role involves performing nutrition assessments, developing care plans, and managing nutrition therapy interventions, including enteral and parenteral nutrition. The Clinical Dietitian collaborates with healthcare teams, participates in educational programs, and engages in quality assurance initiatives to enhance patient care and outcomes.

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential required.
• State of Pennsylvania Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) within 6 months of hire required.
• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in Nutrition or related field required.
• Completion of an ACEND accredited didactic program in dietetics required.
• Accredited Dietetic Internship Program or equivalent required.
• Master's Degree required if initial registration date is after 1/1/2024.
• Experience in clinical practice within an acute care hospital preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in patient education and group classes.
• Familiarity with evidence-based practice guidelines in nutrition care.

Responsibilities

• Perform nutrition assessments and identify nutrition diagnoses.
• Develop nutrition interventions and plans of care.
• Monitor and evaluate outcomes of nutrition care and interventions.
• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team to implement nutrition care plans.
• Demonstrate patient-centered care with compassion and respect.
• Provide patient education in various settings, including support groups and classes.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a preceptor for nutrition interns and support student shadowing experiences.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and demonstrate teamwork with co-workers.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits program
• Prepaid tuition assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree