Bachelor's Degree in Food, Nutrition, and Dietetics required
Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian (RD)
2 years of experience in clinical dietetics in acute care preferred
Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) required
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Proficient with electronic medical records
Ability to calculate complex nutritional formulas
Responsibilities
Utilize the Nutrition Care Process and Evidence-Based Practice Guidelines for patient care
Complete clinical nutrition assessments and develop customized care plans
Identify clinical risk factors and create targeted nutrition interventions
Calculate nutrient intake studies and enteral/parenteral nutrition formulas
Document assessment data and patient progress in the EMR
Provide tailored nutrition counseling considering cultural and religious factors
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and guide food service staff
Mentor Dietetic Students and support new team member orientation
Benefits
Participation in community engagement and educational programs
Opportunities for professional development and mentorship
Supportive team environment with interdisciplinary collaboration
Focus on compassionate healthcare and patient advocacy
Engagement in health fairs and nutrition advocacy events
Full Job Description
Job Title: Dietician Registered
Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr
Department Name: Dietary Management
Req #: 48895
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $73,400.00 - $95,000.00 per year
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.
Registered Dietitian
A Typical Day
Utilizing the Nutrition Care Process and Evidence-Based Practice Guidelines to deliver comprehensive nutrition care across various patient populations.
Completing clinical nutrition assessments, physical assessments, and customized care plans in accordance with department standards.
Identifying clinical risk factors such as Protein Calorie Malnutrition and developing targeted nutrition diagnoses and interventions.
Calculating complex nutrient intake studies, enteral tube feeding formulas, and parenteral nutrition formulas to ensure optimal patient support.
Documenting comprehensive assessment data, diagnoses, care plans, and patient progress notes efficiently within the electronic medical record (EMR).
Assessing educational needs and providing tailored nutrition counseling to patients and families, accounting for cultural, ethnic, and religious factors.
Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and providing clinical guidance to Menu Technicians and Food Service staff to maintain seamless operations.
Serving as a preceptor and mentor for Dietetic Students, supervising educational experiences, and supporting the orientation of new team members.
This Role Might Be For You If
You are passionate about creating a differentiated, compassionate healthcare experience through targeted medical nutrition therapy.
You excel at problem-solving and feel confident making critical, real-time decisions to maintain high-quality nutritional care and diet office operations.
You believe true healing is optimized through positive customer service, patient advocacy, and clear communication with families and medical staff.
You enjoy community engagement and are eager to participate in educational programs, health fairs, staff training, and nutrition advocacy events.
You set a high bar for yourself to maintain a clinical baseline that respects the unique growth, development, and cultural backgrounds of your patients.
To Be Considered
Required Education: Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Food, Nutrition, and Dietetics.
Required Licensure/Credential: Must be credentialed as a Registered Dietitian (RD) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration or American Dietetic Association.
Core Competencies: Strong baseline of interpersonal communication skills, proficiency with electronic patient medical records, and ability to calculate complex nutritional formulas.
2 years in clinical dietetics in acute care preferred
Must have CDCES (Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist)
About RWJBarnabas Health
RWJBarnabas Health is the largest integrated healthcare delivery system in New Jersey, with hospitals, ambulatory care centers, and clinics throughout the state. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals, three children's hospitals, a pediatric rehabilitation hospital, a behavioral health center, and numerous other clinical facilities. RWJBarnabas Health is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients and their families, and to advancing medical research and education.
