Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist – Brooklyn, NY

Location: Brooklyn, NY (East New York)
Employment Type: Part-time (2 days/week)
Rate: $35.00 – $45.00/hour (commensurate with experience and qualifications)

Position Overview:

We are 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 You'll Love Working Here:

• Competitive hourly rate of $35–$45, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Sick days in accordance with NYC law (accrual-based).
• Paid Prenatal Leave.
• Paid Family Leave.
• Short-Term Disability Leave.
• Part-time schedule of 2 days per week, Monday through Friday, offering excellent work-life balance.
• Valuable experience in a collaborative, supportive outpatient multispecialty practice environment.
• Mission-driven work improving patient outcomes through evidence-based nutritional counseling and care coordination.

Qualifications:

• 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.
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) license.
• Further certifications, if applicable, in common specialties recognized by the CDR (Board Certified Specialist).
• 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 preferred.
• 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.
• Comprehensive knowledge to translate nutrition research into safe, evidence-based, and practical dietary guidance.
• 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.
• Use 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.
• Stay current with advancements in dietetics, physiology, and clinical nutrition.
• Support initiatives related to acute care, geriatrics, weight management, and long-term care programs.