Inpatient Clinical Dietitian

Inpatient Clinical Dietitian

Stamford Health is looking for an Inpatient Clinical Dietitian to join their Clinical Nutrition Department! The Inpatient Clinical Dietitian serves as the Food and Nutrition Services representative in patient care activities. Responsible for providing basic nutrition assessments and care planning for patients. Performs as a member of the interdisciplinary team responsible for the design, coordination, and implementation of optimal nutritional care and education of patients/staff in accordance with established standards of care. Complies with business practices to uphold the hospital's mission and values.

Job Description

• Performs nutritional assessments and implements plans of care using age-appropriate standards of care, utilizing validated assessment tools and includes nutrition-related diagnosis when indicated.
• Monitors and evaluates patient response to medical nutrition therapy using specific goals and determines if changes in the plans of care are indicated.
• Provides nutrition counseling and/or education to patients and caregivers based on assessment of individual learning needs.
• Works in partnership with the interdisciplinary team and participates in patient care rounds.
• Educates medical staff, dietetic students, and entry-level dietitians in the nutritional management of patients.
• Participates in unit, department, and/or facility committees/meetings.
• Collaborates and communicates with the culinary team and clinical departments on established processes, nutrition care, special diets, and menu requests.
• Maintains a high level of competency and professional development related to nutrition trends, research, policy, certifications, and standards of practice.
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and department/hospital policies and procedures (e.g., HIPAA/Privacy Act, safety, operations, personnel).
• Participates in performance improvement programs related to patient care to improve department processes.
• Proactively assists in the implementation of patient-related programs and development of departmental standards of nutritional care.
• Provides community education/public speaking as requested.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics
• Registration from the Commission on Dietetic Registration within six months of hire.
• Connecticut State Certified Dietitian Nutritionist (CD-N) within six months of hire.
• CNSC preferred.
• 0-1 year of acute care experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive, low-cost health insurance plans available day one
• Wellness programs
• Paid Time Off accruals
• Tax-deferred annuity and (403b) pension plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free on-site parking