Dietician Registered

Overview At RWJBarnabas Health, our Registered Dietitians play a vital role in promoting healing and optimal health through specialized, evidence-based nutritional care. By leveraging the Nutrition Care Process, our specialists design individualized care plans that directly impact the recovery and long-term well-being of our diverse patient populations. We view our dietitians as critical members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, transforming the patient experience through clinical excellence, compassion, and education. Responsibilities Utilize the Nutrition Care Process and Evidence-Based Practice Guidelines to deliver comprehensive nutrition care across various patient populations. Complete clinical nutrition assessments, physical assessments, and customized care plans in accordance with department standards. Identify clinical risk factors such as Protein Calorie Malnutrition and develop targeted nutrition diagnoses and interventions. Calculate complex nutrient intake studies, enteral tube feeding formulas, and parenteral nutrition formulas to ensure optimal patient support. Document comprehensive assessment data, diagnoses, care plans, and patient progress notes efficiently within the electronic medical record (EMR). Assess educational needs and provide tailored nutrition counseling to patients and families, accounting for cultural, ethnic, and religious factors. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and provide clinical guidance to Menu Technicians and Food Service staff to maintain seamless operations. Serve as a preceptor and mentor for Dietetic Students, supervising educational experiences, and supporting the orientation of new team members. Qualifications Required Education: Minimum of a Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Food, Nutrition, and Dietetics. Required Licensure/Credential: Must be credentialed as a Registered Dietitian (RD) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration, or successfully pass the Registration Examination within ninety (90) days of hire. Core Competencies: Strong interpersonal communication skills, proficiency with electronic patient medical records, and ability to calculate complex nutritional formulas. Position details Pay Range: $73,427.36 - $94,938.48 per year Location: 865 Stone Street, Rahway, NJ 07065 Benefits Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts Through our Partners RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr RWJBarnabas Health