Clinical Dietitian / Per Diem - Cystic Fibrosis Clinic

Location Detail: 79 Retreat Ave HH Brownstone (10065) Shift Detail: Dietitian Needed in the Cystic Fibrosis clinic. PD position Wednesday 8 AM-4:30 PM Job Summary Responsible for providing clinical nutrition services, including nutrition assessment, modified diet formulation, self‑management training and nutrition intervention to patients/residents. Ensures patient satisfaction, quality care, regulatory agency compliance, and good public relations are achieved through the safe and efficient use of resources. Job Responsibilities Assesses the nutritional status of patients/residents/customers and determines individualized nutrition care plan. Monitors effectiveness of nutrition care plan per standards of care. Coordinates nutritional care of patient with food services. Completes nutrition‑focused physical exams (NFPE). Diagnoses and addresses malnutrition with appropriate nutrition care plan. Serves as expert on identifying and treating malnutrition. Educates other members of the health care team on malnutrition. Documents nutrition assessments, interventions, and follow‑up care in the EMR according to policy. Tracks data related to patient caseload, complexity and time spent in indirect care activities. Provides nutrition education and outreach to the local community. Participates in hospital community nutrition education program. Develops nutrition education materials for community programs. Provides nutrition education to patients, students, staff, and community members as needed. Provides guidance, education, and direction to clinical dietetic technicians and food and nutrition employees, when appropriate. Orients, mentors and trains interns as applicable. Provides outpatient nutrition counseling and group classes to various patient populations. Participates in department and interdisciplinary projects to improve patient care, address patient safety, and identify operational efficiencies. Attends department and facility meetings, interdisciplinary rounds, and committee meetings as appropriate. Perform other related duties as required. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Food and Nutrition/Dietetics or related field, Master’s Degree in Nutrition or related field preferred. Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (Commission on Dietetic Registration). Must have Certified Dietitian‑Nutritionist (CT Department of Public Health) within 90 days of hire. *RD eligible (Must achieve Registered Dietitian credential and request CDN within 90 days of hire) Must be able to read, write and speak English. Additional languages a plus As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hartford HealthCare