Job Title: Dietitian / Nutritionist
Location: Syracuse, NY 13215
Duration: 3-month contract (extendable)
Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Pay Rate: $70/hour
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Inpatient Dietitian/Nutritionist with a strong background in critical care to provide comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy and assessments for patients of all ages. The ideal candidate will possess advanced clinical skills, including CNSC certification, and a proven ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team to improve patient outcomes.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Minimum 2 years of experience in Inpatient and/or Critical Care nutrition.
CNSC (Certified Nutrition Support Clinician) certification.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy and nutrition assessments for infants, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, documenting findings in the medical record.
Assess nutritional status using screening tools, identify malnutrition, and implement targeted interventions to improve patient health, reduce length of stay, and lower medical costs.
Utilize facility-approved protocols to initiate, modify, or implement nutrition-related orders, including supplements, dietary modifications, nutrition-related lab tests, medications, and patient education.
Manage nutrition support therapies (enteral and parenteral) by selecting appropriate formulas, adjusting rates based on needs or lab results, and adding necessary medications or supplements.
Participate in facility-wide and departmental Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives to enhance patient care and streamline processes.
Attend departmental meetings, staff development sessions, patient care rounds, and professional programs to stay current with best practices.