Dietitian - DN 0618 PK#01

NavitasPartners • Syracuse, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

A reputable healthcare facility is seeking a qualified Dietitian to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy and comprehensive nutrition assessments in an inpatient setting. The role involves working with patients across all age groups, including infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations, with a focus on improving clinical outcomes through evidence-based nutrition care.

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian (RD) credential required
• Active state licensure (if applicable) required
• Minimum 2+ years of inpatient clinical dietitian experience preferred
• Experience providing Medical Nutrition Therapy required
• Strong knowledge of nutrition assessments and malnutrition diagnosis
• Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking) required

Nice To Haves

• CNSC (Certified Nutrition Support Clinician) certification preferred
• Pediatric experience preferred
• Critical Care experience preferred
• Experience with enteral and parenteral nutrition support preferred
• Familiarity with therapeutic diets, supplements, and nutrition protocols

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments and provide Medical Nutrition Therapy across all patient populations
• Perform nutrition screening and malnutrition assessments using established tools
• Diagnose, intervene, and monitor malnutrition to improve patient outcomes and reduce length of stay
• Implement physician-directed nutrition protocols and facility-specific dietary processes
• Initiate and modify diet orders, supplements, and nutrition interventions as needed
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to patients and families
• Manage enteral and parenteral nutrition therapies
• Adjust nutrition support based on energy needs, lab values, and patient condition
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives
• Attend patient care rounds, departmental meetings, and professional development activities
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the medical record system
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Supportive and collaborative healthcare environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed