PER DIEM DIETITIAN

Per Diem Registered Dietician

Hampton Behavioral Health Center is a private behavioral healthcare center and offers the most advanced behavioral health, diagnostic treatment services for adults, adolescents and older adults in both inpatient and outpatient programs. A commitment to excellence in diagnosis, treatment and education – these concepts are at the core of Hampton Behavioral Health Center's mission. This position plays a vital role in the healthcare team by providing nutritional care to patients in various disease states and conditions. Clinical Dietician monitor, assess, and optimize nutrition status based on the patient's current medical condition and/or nutrition adequacy. Coordinate medical and nutritional needs, and make recommendations for feedings and/or dietary supplements. Clinical Dietician instruct patients on how to make nutritionally sound food choices to speed the recovery process, prevent disease and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Conducts Nutritional Assessments as needed with complete documentation in medical record in accordance with Healthcare policies of Hampton, NJ State and Joint Commission. Provides patient education individually and in group setting.

Qualifications

Job Requirements: Bachelor of Science or Arts Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics Must have a Registered Dietician Certification At least one year experience as Registered Dietician in a Healthcare setting; psychiatric preferred. Must have current CPR/BLS EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.