Registered Dietitian- Cayuga Health- FTPTPD- DEN
When two established local health systems unite as one collaborative network, healthcare becomes so much more. Centralus Health, an affiliation of Cayuga Health and Arnot Health, is focused on our regions changing needs and your wellbeing. More than a group of experienced caregivers, Centralus Health is a partnership of advocates who strive to eliminate barriers to better health, innovating and evolving services in our communities for enhanced holistic care close to home. Centralus Health is central to wellness-for all of us.
Role Summary
The Dietitian performs comprehensive nutritional assessments and collaborates with the interdisciplinary medical team to prescribe, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans. Roles and Responsibilities:
• Serve as a department representative as part of the hospital clinical care team • Adhere to all local, state, and federal safety and sanitation regulations • Develop and implement menus that align with clinical and nutritional standards • Educate patients on prescribed diets and nutritional supplements related to diagnoses • Provide recommendations for enteral and parenteral nutrition support • Assess patients for malnutrition and develop appropriate nutrition interventions and care plans • Serve as a subject matter expert SME in food service management software • Provide inpatient nutritional counseling • Demonstrate flexibility by assuming additional appropriate responsibilities as needed
Required Skills and Experience
Current licensure as a Registered Dietitian Bachelors degree in Nutrition or Dietetics Preferred Skills and Experience: • Masters degree • One year of experience in an acute care setting • Preferred skills are not required to be considered for this role
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, including: • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds • Ability to stand for extended periods of time • Ability to work in environments with varying temperatures, including production areas and walk-in coolers/ freezers
Location, Travel, and Shift Requirements
Onsite - Rotating to cover both locations as needed • Cayuga Medical Center • 101 Dates Drive • Ithaca, NY 14850 • Schuyler Hospital • 220 Steuben Street • Montour Falls, NY 14865 • Shift: Flex schedule, days, evenings, and possible weekends • 50 Travel expected for this role between locations noted above as needed
Pay Range
Standard rate of $33.66 - $43.24 per hour
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