Inpatient Dietitian - INPDIET 26-06970
NavitasPartners•Buffalo, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking a qualified Inpatient Dietitian to provide comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and nutrition assessments across a diverse patient population, including infants, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. This role focuses on improving patient outcomes through evidence-based nutrition care, reducing length of stay, and supporting overall health and recovery.
Requirements
- Strong clinical nutrition assessment and critical thinking skills
- Knowledge of nutrition support therapies (enteral and parenteral)
- Effective communication and patient education abilities
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment
Nice To Haves
- 2+ years of experience in inpatient or critical care settings
- Experience with pediatric nutrition preferred
- CNSC (Certified Nutrition Support Clinician) certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform nutrition assessments and provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)
- Evaluate nutritional status using screening tools, including the Malnutrition Screening Tool (MST)
- Identify, diagnose, and manage malnutrition
- Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans
- Monitor and evaluate patient progress and adjust interventions as needed
- Initiate or modify diet orders
- Recommend nutrition supplements and dietary modifications
- Adjust diet textures based on patient needs and preferences
- Provide nutrition education and counseling to patients and families
- Manage enteral and parenteral nutrition therapies, including formula selection and rate adjustments, monitoring lab values and nutritional response, and recommending supplements, medications, and hydration adjustments
- Document all assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record
- Participate in interdisciplinary patient care rounds
- Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to optimize patient care
- Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives
- Contribute to process improvements and patient care outcomes
- Attend departmental meetings, staff development sessions, and professional programs
Benefits
- Most competitive pay for every position
- Salary will be discussed upfront
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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