Dietitian - PRN - White Marsh Maryland

Company: MedStar Health
Location: White Marsh, Maryland
Posted On: 03/25/2026

About this Job: General Summary of Position Monitors nutritional care manages physician-ordered therapeutic diets and provides nutritional education to patients. Implements protocols patient care and metabolic/sterile kitchen supervision and teaching. Participates in the development of nutrition projects research and educational programs. Primary Duties and Responsibilities 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. Assists with in-services of departmental associates regarding medical nutrition therapy policy and procedure and other topics as assigned by the Director. Attends health care team meetings regularly to discuss patient care needs. Consults with nursing personnel and patients concerning patient diets. Communicates individually with physicians nursing and ancillary staff regarding patient care for individuals at risk. 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. May assist with supervision of the Diet Office providing guidance and technical assistance as needed. May circulate on assigned patient floors during meal distribution and evaluates patient meal acceptance by observing patient food intake and reactions. Provides appropriate feedback and direction to the department to improve problem areas. Participates in rounds and patient/resident care plan meetings. Serves as an educational resource to the institution providing technical assistance to nursing medical personnel and ancillary staff. Performs other duties as assigned. Provides classes on nutrition-related topics as requested by the institution for outpatient and community settings. 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 quality improvement teams and committees. Tracks patient care via the computer information systems. Enters patient-specific information (for example meal patterns allergies likes/dislikes and nourishments) into Computrition as needed. Minimal Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Dietetics required or nutrition related field. required Experience Prior work experience not required Licenses and Certifications ADA (American Dietetic Association) registration. required and License to practice as a Dietitian/Nutritionist in the State of Maryland within 180 Days required Knowledge Skills and Abilities Verbal and written communication skills. Basic computer skills preferred. This position has a hiring range of : USD $61,838.00 - USD $111,259.00 /Yr. More...

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