Allied / Tech - DIETICIAN

Details

Client Name
Zut Nursing Home

Job Type
Travel

Offering
Allied

Profession
Allied / Tech

Specialty
DIETICIAN

Job ID
37628785

Job Title
Allied / Tech - DIETICIAN

Weekly Pay
$1912.32


Shift Details

Shift
8a-4p

Scheduled Hours
40


Job Order Details

Start Date
08/03/2026

End Date
11/02/2026

Duration
13 Week(s)


Job Description
ID: 64206587 Shift: 5x8 - DAYS - M-F, 8am - 4pm Day - 8:00a - 4:00p - 5x8 5x8 Hr Description: Job Summary:-The dietitian plans and delivers nutritional care to patients according to up to date clinical standards and judgement.-Performs as a member of the multidisciplinary care team and acts as a liaison between the dietary patient services staff and medical team. Screens newly admitted patients to identify those at nutritional risk and completes nutritional assessments on in-patient units assigned or based on departmental needs. Exercises independent judgement under the general supervision of the Patient Experience Manager/Clinical Nutrition Manager and General Manager of Food and Nutrition Services. Must adhere to all departmental policies and procedures.Job RESPONSIBILITES:-Prints and reviews of status boards from electronic medical record data daily to determine patient caseload based on criteria outlined in policies and procedures.-Completes assessments, reassessments, and screenings based on priority level.-Reviews the medical record and confers with the patient, family, and staff to evaluate patient s nutritional status.-Consults with Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician s Assistants on appropriate nutrition interventions and care plans for patients.-Assesses patients nutritional status and documents according to established standards from credentialed sources in combination with clinical judgement.-Assesses, re-assesses, and follows up on patients based on timeframes outlined in policies and procedures.-Incorporates the Nutrition Care Process standards when completing assessments.-Utilizes the Nutrition Focused Physical Exam on patients, when appropriate, to accurately assess patients at risk for malnutrition.-Interact professionally with patient/family. Provides nutrition counseling/education to patients and family members based on patient s diet order, per Physician s request, and/or per patient requests.-Participates in medical/discharge rounds on an as needed basis.-Completes nutritional assessments/counseling in out-patient clinic areas as needed or assigned.-Completes daily productivity and submits information to Clinical Nutrition Manager/Patient Experience Manager each day worked.-Completes test tray audits, or other audits as assigned, for food and nutrition services to evaluate quality standards.-Participate in Performance Improvement activities as required.-Assists in orienting and in-servicing new employees to department as required.-Maintains a good working relationship with all hospital staff and volunteers.-Conducts in-service as requested to hospital staff and the community.-Assists in developing and implementing patient nutrition care programs and ensures consistency of programs.-Involved in nutrition programs and efforts within the hospital and community.-Treats patients, families, and staff with respect and dignity. I: All_Depts Human Resources job description-Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.-Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.-Performs and assists with other duties as required. Schedule Notes:Day - 8:00a - 4:00p - 5x8Skills: Required Skills & Experience:-Proficiency with Office PC s, Desktops, and Laptop software in addition to familiarity with Microsoft Office softwares to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.-Understand menu management software and electronic medical systems, or have previous experience and knowledge of these systems; specifically CBORD and Meditech.-Use critical thinking and problem solving skills.-Ability to adapt to a changing environment and handle multiple tasks as assigned.-Good interpersonal skills a must.-Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.-Good written and verbal communication skills.-Position may require prolonged periods of standing, walking, talking, sitting, hearing, lifting, and bending throughout the workday.-May include some repetitive motions.Preferred Skills & Experience:-A minimum of One (1) year of clinical experience. Education: Required Education:-Completion of a Bachelor s degree granted by an accredited college/university.-Completion of an Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD).Preferred Education:-N/ARequired Certifications & Licensure:-Completion of an Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) accredited Dietetic Internship (DI) with a minimum of One Thousand (1,000) supervised practice hours.-Proof of passing the national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) with current Registered Dietitian status.-Participates in continuing educational requirements to maintain registration. Completion of Fifteen (15) continuing education credits annually and copies of certificates provided to Clinical Nutrition Manager/Patient Experience Manager.Preferred Certifications & Licensure:-Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist (CDN) in state of New York.Job Category: Clinical - Allied - DPC Guaranteed Hours: No Contract Weeks:90


Client Details

Address
585 Schenectady Ave

City
Brooklyn

State
NY

Zip Code
11203