Clinical Dietitian - Clinical Nutrition - CDCN - NavitsPartners : Job Details

Job Title: Clinical Dietitian - Clinical Nutrition Location: New York, NY 10065 Duration: 6+ Months (28-week assignment covering LOA) Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (60-minute break) | Monday-Friday with rotating weekends/holidays Department: Food & NutritionPosition OverviewWe are seeking a dedicated Clinical Dietitian to join the Food and Nutrition team. This role involves providing nutrition care to patients in an acute care inpatient setting, developing individualized care plans, and collaborating with healthcare providers to optimize patient outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct nutritional assessments for patients and develop appropriate care plans.Apply Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to support patient treatment and recovery.Monitor patients' nutritional status and adjust care plans as needed.Provide patient education and counseling regarding dietary needs.Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated patient care.Maintain documentation in accordance with hospital policies and accreditation standards.Participate in weekend and holiday rotations as scheduled.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field.Completion of an ACEND-accredited program in dietetics.Current RD (Registered Dietitian) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration.Active New York State certification as a Certified Dietitian Nutritionist (CDN).Demonstrated knowledge of Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT).Previous experience in an acute care inpatient setting.Preferred QualificationsBilingual Spanish strongly preferred.