ChristianaCare is hiring a Casual Registered Dietitian at Wilmington Hospital.
As a Registered Dietitian, you would maintain/improve the nutritional status of patients by assessing nutritional risk, evaluating nutritional requirements, developing care plans, providing nutrition education, and evaluating patient nutritional outcomes.
This position covers various floors including med/surg, ICU, stepdown, and more. This position is roughly 8hours/week.
The role involves identifying and prioritizing patients requiring nutrition intervention and education, interpreting clinical data, evaluating nutritional status, assigning risk levels, developing care plans, and documenting malnutrition. The role also involves diet education, consultations with physicians and medical staff, and compliance with policies and procedures related to patient nutritional management. The role also involves planning and presenting nutrition in-services, representing Food and Nutrition Services on committees, and providing recognition for excellent service. The role also involves adhering to departmental safety rules and practices, reporting any unsafe activities or violations to supervisors.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in food and nutrition required. Master's degree in food and nutrition preferred.
Experience as a clinical dietitian in an acute care facility preferred.
Knowledge of supplemental nutritional products.
Special Requirements:
- Registration status as a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. ASPEN Certification as a Nutrition Support Dietitian within three years of hire (one time).
- Licensure with the State of Delaware is required at time of hire.
Please attached updated resume with application.