Registered Dietitian/Nutrition

Job Title: Registered Dietitian / Nutrition
Department: Food and Nutrition
Location: Park Ridge Living Center, near Unity Hospital on Long Pond Road
Hours Per Week: 40
Schedule: Monday to Friday 9am to 5:30pm, no weekends

SUMMARY

As a Registered Dietitian, your exceptional nutritional knowledge allows patients to receive appropriate, high-quality diet plans essential to the best nutritional care.   

ATTRIBUTES

• One (1) to three (3) years of experience preferred
• Strong analytical, computer and communication skills
• Exceptional customer service and patient care

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assessment. Complete nutritional assessments for all patients; provide input into Nutritional Support Service rounds for assigned patients; monitor and document patient progress
• Diet Planning.  Provide recommendations for formulations, rate and volume for all tube fed and TPN patients; instruct patients and families on special diets and general good nutrition; complete diet instructions for complex diets
• Patient Care. Develop plan of care per clinical data, interview, diagnosis and treatment goals; provide oversight to dietetic technicians in providing patient care

Position Summary:

To provide for the nutritional care for all patients within the scope of responsibility and act as consultant to other health care professionals in determining the best nutritional care options for patients.

Key Responsibilities:
•  Completes Nutritional Assessments for all patients that fall within our scope of responsibility.  Provides oversight to dietetic technicians in providing patient care.  Develops plan of care per clinical data, interview, diagnosis and treatment goals.
•  Provides recommendations for formulations, rate and volume for all tube fed and TPN patients, per Nutrition Support policy.  Attends or provides input into Nutrition Support Service rounds for all patients assigned, including QA data.
•  Demonstrates competency in providing nutrition care to the patient population within our scope of responsibility (as applicable).  Demonstrates an understanding of the regulatory requirements for nutrition care.
•  Instructs patients/families on therapeutic/special diets and general good nutrition habits.  May also document why instruction is not necessary.  Completes diet instructions for patients on complex diets such as diabetic or renal diets.
•  Monitors patient progress and follows up per policies and standards of practice.  Documents in patient record all interventions provided by the Department per RGHS policies and standards.
•  Maintains the highest level of customer service as outlined by departmental standards.
•  Actively participates in team discussions, shares knowledge and experience; accepts new ideas; supports team consensus.
•  Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with the entire interdisciplinary team.  Promotes the goals and standards of nutritional care at patient rounds, care conferences, hospital committees, pathway development, collaborative practice, etc.
•  Oversees the implementation of diets, formulary supplements, calorie counts and snacks that are consistent with the patient’s medical condition and treatment goals, per department policy on Clinical Interventions.
•  Utilizes DFM and/or established diet office procedures to ensure patients receive the appropriate foods based on preferences and prescriber orders.
•  Keeps abreast of nutrition advances by participating in and contributing to in-service education.
•  Quality Food Service Operations:  Remains current on laws/regulations regarding safe food handling, service and storage.
•  Directs activities of Food Service Associates as needed.  
•  Communicates with vendors/sales reps on new product or repairs to equipment as needed.  
•  Participates in office/department procedures and committees as needed.
•  Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Attributes:
•  1-3 years of experience preferred.
•  Strong analytical, computer, and communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications:
•  Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.  For employees hired on or after April 1, 2022, Bachelors Degree in Nutrition or related field required.

New Graduates:
•  Official transcript from accredited school or letter emailed directly from the school’s registrar’s office confirming program completion will be accepted upon graduation.
•  Primary source education verification required within 90 days of start date.

Required Licensure/Certification:
•  Registered Dietitian(RD) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration(CDR) (either in place or received within 6 months of hire).

EDUCATION:

BS (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist - Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Light - Clinical - Light clinical roles involve frequent standing and walking, with occasional lifting of light objects (≤20 lbs.) and routine reaching, grasping, and fine manipulation for tasks such as patient care, laboratory work, or specimen processing. Staff rely on strong visual and auditory acuity to accurately observe specimens, read instrumentation, monitor patients, respond to alarms, and communicate effectively with care teams. Cognitive demands include multitasking, prioritizing clinical and laboratory workflows, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams. Emotional resilience is necessary due to frequent interruptions, shifting priorities, and the need for precise and compassionate interaction with patients and colleagues. Environmental exposures may include infectious materials, biological specimens, cleaning agents, sharps, chemical reagents, and wet surfaces. PPE use, TB testing, and schedule flexibility are commonly required.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$29.50 - $38.00Rochester14626

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.