Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Registered Dietitian
Location: Bronx, NY
Job Type: Contract (13 Weeks)
Schedule: Day Shift | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM or 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Job Summary
We are seeking a qualified Registered Dietitian to provide comprehensive nutrition assessment, education, and care planning in a clinical setting. This role involves evaluating patients’ nutritional needs, monitoring food and drug interactions, and collaborating with physicians to optimize patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Monitor patients for food and drug interactions and provide appropriate education
- Document nutrition education and patient understanding in the medical record
- Screen and assess patients to determine nutritional needs and provide timely follow-up care
- Conduct patient and family interviews to obtain dietary history and preferences
- Interpret laboratory values and clinical data relevant to nutrition care
- Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans
- Modify patient menus based on clinical needs and physician recommendations
- Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams regarding diet modifications
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR system
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a Dietitian
- Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, Food & Nutrition, or related field from an accredited institution
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience
- Master’s degree in Dietetics or Nutrition
- AHA BLS Certification
Certifications & Licensure
- Registered Dietitian (RD) – Required
- For Acute Care Settings:
- Registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) (Primary Source Verification required)
- For Post-Acute (Long-Term Care) Settings:
- New York State Certification as a Dietitian-Nutritionist (NYSED) (required at time of hire)
For more details reach at Aditi.sharma@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-587-6677.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a 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.