Registered Dietitian - JM 26-06970

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Registered Dietitian

Location: Syracuse, NY

Position Type: Contract (13 Weeks)

Pay Rate: $60–$70/hour

Shift & Schedule:

• Day Shift

• Monday–Friday

• 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

• 5 × 8-hour shifts

• 40 hours per week

Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Registered Dietitian to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy and comprehensive nutritional assessments for inpatient populations, including infants, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. The ideal candidate will have strong inpatient clinical experience and a passion for improving patient outcomes through evidence-based nutrition care.

Responsibilities:

• Perform nutrition screenings, assessments, and diagnose malnutrition.

• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans.

• Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy for patients across all age groups.

• Monitor patient progress and adjust nutrition interventions as needed.

• Manage enteral and parenteral nutrition support according to clinical protocols.

• Provide nutrition education and counseling to patients and families.

• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary healthcare team.

• Document patient care accurately in the medical record.

• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.

• Attend patient care rounds, departmental meetings, and professional development activities.

Requirements:

• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential

• Minimum 2 years of inpatient/critical care experience preferred

• Pediatric nutrition experience preferred

• Strong knowledge of Medical Nutrition Therapy and malnutrition assessment

• Experience with enteral and parenteral nutrition support

• Excellent communication and documentation skills

• CNSC Certification preferred

Work Setting:

• Inpatient Hospital

• Day Shift

• Full-Time Contract Assignment

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply with their updated resume.