Pediatric Registered Dietician (RD) - Part Time - Hamilton and East Brunswick, NJ Req #: 0000191511
Category: Dietitian / Nutritionist
Status: Part-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Childrens Specialized Hosp
Department: Dietitians
Pay Range: $62,400.00 - $104,000.00 per year
Location: 150 New Providence Rd, Mountainside, NJ 07092

Job Title: Dietician Registered

Location: Children's Specialized Hosp

Department: Dietitians

Req#: 0000191511

Status: Part-Time

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $62,400.00 - $104,000.00 Annual

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

As a member of the health care team, is responsible for the nutritional care of assigned pediatric populations with assistance when needed from clinical orienteer and supervision. Responsibilities include nutrition assessment, implementation of nutritional care plans and nutrition education. Assists with operational functions of the Clinical Nutrition Department. This position will be split between the Hamilton and East Brunswick outpatient locations.

Qualifications:

Required:

Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics from an accredited college or universityRegistered dietitian, RD or Registered Dietitian Eligible, RDE with the Academy of Nutrition and DieteticsIf RDE, must become RD within six months of hire dateValid NJ driver's license in good standingAHA BLS Provider CertificationEvidence of excellent verbal and written English communication skillsAbility to collaborate with others

Preferred:

Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) curriculum completionMedical Assistant certification

Certifications and Licenses Required:

Registered dietitian, RD or Registered Dietician Eligible, RDE with the Academy of Nutrition and DieteticsIf RDE, must become RD within six months of hire dateValid NJ driver's license in good standingAHA BLS Provider Certification

Scheduling Requirements:

Part Time16.1 hours/week

Essential Functions:

Utilizes basic understanding of diagnoses pertinent medical history rational and goal of treatment to provide nutritional care for assigned patientsNutritional care includes evaluation of nutritional status, creation, implementation, monitoring and revision of nutritional care plans and provision of nutrition educationCompletes nutritional assessments in a thorough and timely manner as per policy and procedureCommunicates effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary staff in oral and written formats in both formal and informal situationsParticipates in nutritional in services and community education programsEvaluates and may create educational materials for nutrition education and professional resourcesCoordinates nutritional care with Purchasing, Food Service, Medical and other clinical and administrative departmentsParticipates in development, revision evaluation and implementation of departmental policies and proceduresParticipate in routine duties necessary for department functioningParticipate in focus audits, performance improvement activities, policy and procedure review and assigned projects which enhance department performance and support the hospital missionMay guide Dietetic TechnicianMay mentor dietetic interns and other studentsMeets minimum annual expected volumes

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Retirement PlansDiscounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time.  As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. 

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

 

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer