Inpatient Dietitian - INPDIET 26-06970

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Inpatient Dietitian
Location: Syracuse, NY
Duration: 13 Weeks (Contract)
Schedule: Full-Time

Shift Details:

• Shift: Day
• Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Days: Monday through Friday
• Shifts per Week: 5
• Hours per Week: 40

We are seeking a qualified Inpatient Dietitian to provide comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and nutrition assessments across a diverse patient population, including infants, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. This role focuses on improving patient outcomes through evidence-based nutrition care, reducing length of stay, and supporting overall health and recovery.

• Perform nutrition assessments and provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)
• Evaluate nutritional status using screening tools, including the Malnutrition Screening Tool (MST)
• Identify, diagnose, and manage malnutrition
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress and adjust interventions as needed

• Utilize established protocols to:
  • Initiate or modify diet orders
  • Recommend nutrition supplements and dietary modifications
  • Adjust diet textures based on patient needs and preferences
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to patients and families

• Manage enteral and parenteral nutrition therapies , including:
  • Formula selection and rate adjustments
  • Monitoring lab values and nutritional response
  • Recommending supplements, medications, and hydration adjustments

• Document all assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record
• Participate in interdisciplinary patient care rounds
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to optimize patient care

• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives
• Contribute to process improvements and patient care outcomes
• Attend departmental meetings, staff development sessions, and professional programs

• 2+ years of experience in inpatient or critical care settings
• Experience with pediatric nutrition preferred
• CNSC (Certified Nutrition Support Clinician) certification preferred

• Strong clinical nutrition assessment and critical thinking skills
• Knowledge of nutrition support therapies (enteral and parenteral)
• Effective communication and patient education abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment

This role is ideal for an experienced dietitian who is passionate about delivering high-quality clinical nutrition care in an inpatient setting, improving patient outcomes, and contributing to continuous quality improvement initiatives.

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About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a Joint Commission Certified / WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided, and your salary will be discussed upfront.