Registered Dietitian - Per Diem

Cayuga Medical Center

10d•$27 - $38

About The Position

The Registered Dietitian provides direct nutrition care, including nutrition assessments, documentation, care planning, and other nutrition interventions. Specialty areas may include diabetes, cardiac, renal, oncology, rehabilitation, surgery recovery, maternal health, nutrition support, geriatrics, and pediatrics. The role maintains responsibility for clinical services, regulatory compliance, nutritional records, and staff nutrition education as directed by the Clinical Nutrition Manager or Food Service Director, and serves as a clinical nutrition resource to other team members. The position collaborates with patients, families, physicians, nursing managers, caregivers, and other departments to support patient needs and facility nutrition programs. It contributes to patient food services, menu development, staff and community education, performance improvement, and department operations. The role also follows facility human resource policies, supports staff development as needed, and attends mandatory education programs.

Requirements

Registered Dietitian or eligible for registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Certified Dietitian Nutritionist through the NYS Office of the Professions, or obtain certification within one year of hire.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to organize workloads and meet time deadlines.
Proficiency with Microsoft software programs.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of clinical experience in acute care is preferred.

Responsibilities

Participate in facility programs that promote proper nutrition.
Develop collaborative relationships with nursing managers, the General Manager, physicians, and other caregivers.
Assess patient needs accurately and respond in a timely manner.
Complete nutrition assessments, care plans, progress updates, and medical record documentation accurately and on time.
Maintain responsibility for clinical services and outcomes, including those reviewed through self, company, state, or federal audits.
Serve as a nutrition resource to healthcare staff and physicians, and collaborate with other departments on problem solving, training, and policy development related to nutrition and dining services.
Apply knowledge of special needs and normal growth and development across all life stages.
Provide nutrition training to patients and families using appropriate educational materials.
Evaluate patients receiving supplemental nourishment, nutritional supplements, or nutrition support, including need and effectiveness.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulatory standards.
Serve as a resource to the department, organization, and community in the relevant specialty area.
Maintain confidentiality of resident and staff records.
Assist with menu development and therapeutic modifications or adaptations to meet healthcare residents' needs when required.
Communicate diplomatically and professionally with staff and family members, both orally and in writing.
Assist managers in other department areas as needed.
Participate in rounds, care plan meetings, support groups, committees, and other activities as appropriate to the area of responsibility and specialty.
Help develop and present nutrition classes, displays, in-services, and programs for staff, residents, and the community.
Develop and monitor patient food service performance improvement activities with the Clinical Nutrition Manager or General Manager.
Assume responsibility for the diet office and patient food services when assigned or required in the absence of the Clinical Nutrition Manager.
Follow facility human resource policies and procedures and treat employees fairly and respectfully.
May participate in staff hiring, orientation, performance appraisal, and discipline.
Model professional standards for appearance, dress, attendance, and behavior.
Maintain a plan for self-development and professional growth.
Attend annual mandatory educational programs required for the position.
Interact with patients and customers in a friendly, caring, and attentive manner and maintain communication to provide a secure and pleasant experience.