Clinical Dietitian

CarolinaEast•New Bern, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a professional specialty requiring advanced knowledge in clinical nutrition. A person in this position is responsible for patient care activities, assess nutritional needs, develop and implement nutritional care plans, and participates in patient/staff education and quality assurance activities. CarolinaEast Health System is committed to providing high quality, compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. At the heart of our system is a 350-bed, full-service medical center equipped with a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, utilizing the latest medical technologies. We employ over 3,200 dedicated team members and operate physician practices across various specialties in four counties. Our employees foster a culture of excellence that ensures our patients receive the same high level of care found at larger medical centers, all while maintaining a friendly, community-centered atmosphere throughout our facilities.

Requirements

B.S. and/or M.S. in Dietetics
Registration by the American Dietetic Association
Current credentials are kept on file
Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit or area
Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures

Responsibilities

Patient care activities
Assess nutritional needs
Develop and implement nutritional care plans
Participates in patient/staff education
Quality assurance activities
Deliver outstanding customer service that upholds CarolinaEast's Standards of Excellence.