Registered Clinical Dietitian II - Full Time - Day

Hackensack Meridian Health•Red Bank, NJ

About The Position

The Registered Clinical Dietitian II is a member of the interdisciplinary team who provides Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT). The role assesses patients’ nutrition needs, develops patient-centered nutrition interventions, provides nutrition education as needed, and offers additional clinical support for assigned specialty units. The dietitian uses evidence-based guidance and the Nutrition Care Process to assess, plan, implement, and monitor care. The role includes documenting assessments and interventions in the Electronic Medical Record, counseling patients and families, communicating with the interdisciplinary team, and supporting community and outpatient nutrition services when assigned. The position also participates in performance improvement and facility initiatives, maintains professional competencies, and complies with applicable regulations and organizational policies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution meeting the didactic requirements of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential.
One specialist certification related to the job function, selected from the certifications listed in the posting.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the facility-specific Electronic Medical Record system.
Experience with foodservice system applications.

Responsibilities

Obtain, analyze, and interpret appropriate data to assess patients’ nutrient needs using evidence-based guidelines, including performing Nutrition Focused Physical Exams on appropriate patients.
Use the Nutrition Care Process to develop, implement, and monitor evidence-based nutrition interventions and care plans.
Complete comprehensive assessments and document them in the Electronic Medical Record according to facility policy and regulatory standards.
Provide nutrition education and counseling to patients and families on Medical Nutrition Therapy, as appropriate.
Communicate recommendations, interventions, and changes to patients’ plans of care to other members of the interdisciplinary team.
Provide community and outpatient nutrition services as assigned.
Participate in performance improvement projects and facility-specific patient-care initiatives.
Maintain competencies and professional development related to nutrition trends, research, policy, certification, and standards of practice.
Comply with federal, state, and local regulations and Hackensack Meridian Health policies and procedures, including privacy, quality assurance, safety, operations, and personnel requirements.
Provide quality, patient-focused service, including practicing AIDET, PRIDE, and RESPECT to maintain and improve patient satisfaction scores.
Meet department- or program-specific responsibilities and regulations based on level of care, treatments or services, and patient population.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
Adhere to HMH organizational competencies and standards of behavior.