Clinical Dietician

Description:

•   Assigned to patients, including pediatric units as part of coverage.  Counsels patients and families.
• Actively pursues continuing education and personal development programs to maintain and expand knowledge base.
• Promotes Hospital, food, and nutritional services’ policies and procedures.
• Deals easily and successfully in resolving problems in patient care according to the goals and mission of the Hospital.
• Effectively communicates with Nursing, Medical, and Support staff.
•  Conducts Meal Rounds to determine the adequacy and acceptability of meals.
• Recommends appropriate patient satisfaction programs.
• Compiles data for established quality management monitors.
• Represents the Hospital, food, and nutritional departments professionally and ethically.

• 1 year clinical experience preferred, but new Graduate is acceptable. 
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Registered Dietitian.
• Certified Dietitian/Nutritionist New York State.
• Active member of the American Dietetic Association.