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Job description
Sign‐On Incentives:
Up to $10,000 sign‐on bonus for candidates who meet eligibility criteria. Talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Job Responsibilities
Identify patients at nutritional risk by utilizing evidence‐based screening criteria and clinical judgment
Respond promptly to nutrition consults ordered by healthcare providers or requested by patients and multidisciplinary team members
Assess the nutritional status of inpatients and outpatients through comprehensive evaluation of medical history, lab data, dietary intake, and physical examination
Develop and implement individualized, interdisciplinary nutrition care plans tailored to patient needs and clinical conditions
Provide nutrition education and counseling to patients and caregivers on prescribed diets, dietary modifications, and therapeutic nutrition interventions
Conduct follow‐up evaluations to monitor patient progress and assess the effectiveness of nutrition care plans, making adjustments as necessary
Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals through informal communication and formal interdisciplinary care conferences
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate dietetic interns by providing assigned learning experiences and feedback to support their professional development
Deliver educational presentations and training sessions on nutrition‐related topics to healthcare professionals, community groups, and other stakeholders
Collect and analyze quality improvement data related to nutrition services and participate in developing action plans to enhance care quality and patient outcomes
Participate actively in departmental and hospital‐wide task forces, committees, and initiatives to support continuous improvement and organizational goals
Assume additional responsibilities as assigned to support the clinical nutrition program and contribute to the overall mission of the healthcare facility
Position Qualifications
Minimum Required :
Masters Degree from an accredited dietetics program (a bachelor's degree will be accepted for those who are grandfathered in based on the guidelines set forth by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (those who graduated with their bachelor's degree in an accredited dietetics program prior to January 1, 2024)
Successful completion of a supervised practice program for nutrition
Must be eligible to sit for the registration examination for Dietitians.
Preferred :
Previous clinical experience in an acute care teaching facility.
License/Certification
Minimum Required :
Eligibility for registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Successful completion of the Registration Examination for Dietitians within 6 months of hire date.
Obtains NYS certification as a dietitian‐nutritionist (CDN) within 1 (one) year of hire or after passing the Registration Examination for dietitians.
Preferred :
Registered Dietitian
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Work Environment
Work is performed in office settings and on the patient care units that requires working in close quarters with other employees. High level of activity and confined space on the nursing units. Personal protective equipment is needed when entering isolation rooms.
Age of Patients Served
All Age Groups
HIPAA Roles‐Based Access to Patient Information
All ‐ Access to patient information, including restricted information ‐ Level 4
Worksite address
binghamton, NY, 13903, US
Who can apply
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