Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist - Brooklyn, NY (#3371)

• Location: Brooklyn, NY
• Employment Type: Part-time
• Hourly Rate: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour

Position Overview:

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist to join an established multispecialty, outpatient practice in East New York, Brooklyn. This role focuses on providing evidence-based nutritional care to a diverse patient population in a collaborative healthcare setting.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive hourly rate of $35 to $45 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  • (Depending on eligibility)
  • Sick days in accordance with NYC law - accrual-based
  • Paid Prenatal Leave
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Short-Term Disability Leave
• Work Schedule: This is a part-time position requiring 2 days per week, Monday through Friday—offering excellent work-life balance.
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive outpatient multispecialty practice environment.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving patient outcomes through evidence-based nutritional counseling and care coordination.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited university in nutrition, dietetics, or a related field.
  • Specific coursework completion from an ACEND-accredited program.
  • Completion of an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program of a minimum of 1,000 hours.
• Licensure:
  • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) license.
  • Further certifications, if applicable, in common specialties recognized under and received by the CDR (Board Certified Specialist).
• Experience:
  • At least 1 year of technical experience in the nutrition field preferred.
  • Proven experience in hospital or healthcare settings with a strong background in dietetics and clinical nutrition.
  • Familiarity with geriatrics, acute care practices, and long-term care environments is preferred.
• Technical Skills:
  • Knowledge of physiology related to digestion, metabolism, and disease processes affecting nutritional needs.
  • Skilled in patient assessment techniques and diagnostic evaluation of nutritional deficiencies or concerns.
  • Experience with EMR systems for documentation and care coordination purposes.
  • Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge to translate nutrition research into safe, evidence-based, and practical dietary guidance.
• Soft Skills:
  • Proven experience in hospital or healthcare settings with a strong background in dietetics and clinical nutrition.
  • Knowledge of physiology related to digestion, metabolism, and disease processes affecting nutritional needs.
  • Skilled in-patient assessment techniques and diagnostic evaluation of nutritional deficiencies or concerns.
  • Experience with EMR systems for documentation and care coordination purposes.
  • Familiarity with geriatrics, acute care practices, and long-term care environments is preferred.
  • Ability to communicate complex nutritional information clearly and compassionately to diverse patient populations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough patient assessments to evaluate nutritional status and identify specific needs.
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans aligned with medical diagnoses and treatment goals.
• Provide specialized counseling on weight loss, tube feeding, and dietary modifications for chronic conditions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care strategies and optimize patient recovery.
• Monitor patient progress through regular evaluations and adjust nutrition plans accordingly.
• Educate patients and families on nutrition principles, dietary restrictions, and lifestyle changes for improved health outcomes.
• Utilize electronic medical record (EMR) systems to document assessments, care plans, and progress notes accurately.
• Supervise dietetic interns or junior staff members to ensure quality standards are maintained in dietary practices.
• Stay current with advancements in dietetics, physiology, and clinical nutrition to enhance service delivery.
• Support medical initiatives related to acute care, geriatrics, weight management, and long-term care programs.

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