Dietitian I (PRN)

Job overview

Dietitian I PRN at MedStar Health in Washington, DC. This is an onsite, PRN position with a salary range of $72,758.00 - $130,041.00/Yr. This role provides comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients with a variety of medical conditions, including performing malnutrition assessments, nutrition-focused physical exams, and providing nutrition support recommendations.

What you'll do

• Consults with and/or makes recommendations to physicians and other allied health professionals regarding patients' nutritional statuses, nutrient needs, or specific diet plans.
• Formulates nutrition assessment, evaluation, and follow-up plans for patients at nutrition risk.
• Recommends and documents patient's nutrition treatment findings and plan in the patient's medical record.
• Consults in/outpatients in diet rationale for self-management.
• Participates in clinical rounds, appropriate department/service meetings, and communicates appropriate information to administrative personnel.
• Must be flexible to cross-cover and train in all areas including the Neonatal ICU and Pediatrics if needed.
• Reviews at least one annual review of literature pertinent to the area(s) of responsibility and presents to peers in Journal Club.
• Presents at least one case study to peers annually.
• Attends pertinent meetings to enhance clinical practice growth.
• Performs at least one annual formal professional presentation in the area of specialty.
• Develops, implements, or participates in a nutrition-related project.
• Provides relief and cross-coverage as delegated for in/outpatient services.
• Maintains current CDR credentials and DC Licensure and completes yearly competencies.
• Holds current membership in a professional organization.
• Participates in licensing survey as needed.
• Assumes other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area.

What we're looking for

Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience

5-7 years

Skills & competencies

dietitian

prn

washington dc

medstar health

registered dietician

medical nutrition therapy

inpatient care

nutrition assessment

nutrition support

bachelor's degree

master's degree

dietitian dc doh

About the employer

MedStar Health is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.