Job Information
RWJBarnabas Health Dietician Registered, Per Diem, Somerville, NJ in Somerville, New Jersey
Dietician Registered, Per Diem, Somerville, NJReq #:0000150198
Category:Dietitian / Nutritionist
Status:Per Diem
Shift:Day
Facility:RWJ Somerset
Department:Dietary-Management
Location:
RWJUH Somerset, 110 Rehill Ave, Somerville, NJ 08876
Job Overview:
RWJBarnabas Health is looking to hire a qualified Per Diem Registered Dietician in Somerville, NJ.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor s Degree in Nutrition or equivalent Required
Preferred:
Master s Degree in Nutrition or equivalent Preferred
Minimum of 1 year Preferred
Certifications and Licenses Required:
Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Required Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association
Newly credentialed dietitians will be considered
Scheduling Requirements:
Day Shift
Per Diem Schedule
Essential Functions:
Collaborates with members of the health care team to provide medical nutritional therapy
Identifies patients at high nutritional risk based on criteria outlined by the hospital
Assess nutritional needs and identifies nutrient requirements according to age and disease specific needs of patients
Develops and implements the nutrition care plan for all assigned patients
Facilitates continuity of care among all phases across the continuum of care
Continuously evaluates and monitors the effectiveness and outcomes of medical nutritional therapy intervention
Provides nutrition education to patient and family members on appropriate food selections and eating behaviors to accomplish patient goals
Manages the delivery of nutrition care services according to area of assignment
Participates in performance improvement and research activities
Supervises dietetic technicians and mentors dietetic interns/students
Actively assess, evaluates, and maintains professional development and competency
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,
high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering
a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer