Registered Dietitian - Full time

Jupiter Medical Center • Lexington, MA

90d

About The Position

The Clinical Dietitian is responsible for all patient care activities relating to nutrition. The clinical dietitian's duties include the assessment of the patient's nutrition requirements, development and implementation of individualized nutrition care plans, along with the evaluation and monitoring of care using the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) evidence based guidelines. Goals set to provide optimal nutrition care to all patients in conjunction with all other disciplines. Provide accurate assessments and recommendations for patients requiring enteral or parenteral nutrition following ASPEN guidelines. Responsible for comprehensive education of the patient/family, staff and community on all nutrition related topics. Work with the Diet & Nutrition Services staff to provide high quality, safe and nutritious meals to all patients to encourage healing and a better health outcome. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in a relevant field.
• Completion of an education program accredited by ACEND.
• Registration through the Commission of Dietetic Registration.
• Florida state licensed.
• Minimum 1-year acute-care hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient's nutrition requirements.
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans.
• Evaluate and monitor care using AND evidence based guidelines.
• Provide accurate assessments and recommendations for enteral or parenteral nutrition.
• Educate patients/families, staff, and community on nutrition topics.
• Collaborate with Diet & Nutrition Services staff to provide nutritious meals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees