Dietitian Educator at MedStar Health

About this Job: General Summary of Position Monitors nutritional care manages physician-ordered medical nutrition therapy assesses patient needs and provides nutrition education to individual patients with complex nutritional deficiencies. Develops curriculums and implements protocols. Develops nutrition projects participates in research develops and conducts educational programs for hospital staff patients and the community. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Actively participate in department staff meetings to discuss and plan patient and community services. Communicates individually with physicians nursing and ancillary staff regarding patient care for individuals at risk. Meets with the health care team to discuss patient care needs. Works cooperatively with other departments to provide efficient patient care. Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations. Coordinates support groups participates in community health fairs and community centers' educational programs. Develops curriculums protocols and provides classes on nutrition-related topics as requested by the institution for outpatient and community settings. Participates in research activities. Documents relevant aspects of nutritional care for patients in the medical record. Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department. Educates patients on modified diets through individual discussions with the patient and family as requested by the health care team patient and/or family. Maintains department records care plans reports and files as required. Performs other duties as assigned. Provides high-quality medical nutrition therapy: reviews medical records of patients/residents for nutritional consults and of those with abnormal nutritional parameters. Provides appropriate recommendations. Represents the department on performance improvement teams and education committees. Participates in department performance improvement initiatives. Serves as an educational resource to the institution and the community. Provides technical and educational assistance on a regular basis to clients nursing medical personnel and ancillary staff. Minimal Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Dietetics required or nutrition related field. required Experience 3-4 years Related experience in a healthcare setting. required Licenses and Certifications American Dietetic Assoc - ADA ADA (American Dietetic Association) registration. required and REG DIET - Dietitian - Registered License to practice as a Dietitian/Nutritionist in the State of Maryland. required and CDE - Certified Diabetes Educator Certification CDE (Certified Diabetes Educator) certification preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities Verbal and written communication skills. Basic computer skills preferred. This position has a hiring range of : USD $74,214.00 - USD $134,596.00 /Yr.