Registered Dietitian

Northwell Health

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About The Position

Responsible for the nutritional care of patients by planning, assessing, implementing, and evaluating patient nutritional care plans. Assists with menu modifications and other nutrition-related functions. Supports clinical operations and may mentor and train team members. Provides nutrition education and counseling to patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams, and participates in quality assurance and performance improvement activities.

Requirements

• Master's degree, or meeting the prior education requirements for licensure established by the New York State Department of Education.
• Current Registered Dietitian certification with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Dietitian Nutritionist (CDN) in New York State, as needed.
• Advanced or specialized certifications, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients and/or family members to obtain nutritional history and food preferences; assess patients and document findings in medical records.
• Conduct nutritional assessments and develop and implement patient-specific care plans; assist in recommending plans to medical staff for review and consideration.
• Recommend therapeutic diet modifications and/or supplemental feedings to physicians, and verify diet orders against physician orders.
• Provide nutrition guidance, education, and counseling to patients and families in accordance with prescribed diets.
• Calculate nutrient content of tube feedings and dietary intakes as ordered by physicians.
• Contribute to patient menu changes, including food preferences, and development of standardized recipes.
• Assist in overseeing food service workers in proper food handling and portion control.
• Support clinical team members and department or unit management with daily clinical operations.
• Prepare, present, and conduct individual and group education classes; refer clients to community services as needed.
• Participate in and promote Northwell wellness initiatives.
• Develop and use effective communication about nutrition within the program and community.
• Provide in-services to culinary, food service, and interdisciplinary teams on therapeutic diets and related topics.
• Participate in Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement tasks, including data collection, and carry out related assigned tasks.
• Solve or escalate operational problems and technical issues to senior team members and management; modify existing tools or processes.
• May mentor and train team members.
• Perform varied clinical tasks and address problems of minimal complexity accurately and responsively.
• Perform related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level