Nutrition Specialist I
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Nutrition Specialist I
Job ID: REF35302Z
Area of Interest: Allied Health
Location: Baltimore,MD US
Hours of Work: 8am-5pm
Job Facility: University Of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus
Employment Type: Part Time
Shift: Day
Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, Midtown Campus, our Magnet®-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care. Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing. Located in downtown Baltimore, you won’t find a more vibrant place to work!
- Uses knowledge and skills to identify and re-evaluate nutrition risk throughout patients stay; independently performs the nutrition care process, including nutrition assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring, and evaluation, specific to age and medical status. In collaboration with team, develops an interdisciplinary nutrition plan of care for patients at high risk. Modifies plan of care according to own professional knowledge.
- Discusses plan of nutrition care (e.g. nutrition support, education, etc.) with patient/and or family; provides medical nutrition therapy as indicated; electronically documents nutrition plan of care and education provided.
- Provides guidance and training to nutritionists, dietetic technicians and interns in conducting nutrition risk assignments, assessments, and in providing nutrition care to patients.
- Collaborates with clinical nutrition team members, as well as outside dietitians and vendors, to facilitate smooth transition and continuity of care for patients, including upon hospital discharge.
- Actively contributes to teamwork and achievement of department goals; attends staff meetings and may support community events. Cooperates with peers and is flexible with cross coverage. Interacts with others in a polite, courteous, and supportive manner in alignment with UMMC standards of behavior.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics or related field is required.
- Registration by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Commission on Dietetics Registration (CDR) is required.
- Current licensure in the state of Maryland as a Dietitian/Nutritionist required.
- 6 months of clinical experience is required as a Registered Dietitian.
- Prior completion of a Specialty Fellowship Program or Specialty Certification: e.g. CNSC, CDE, CSR, CSP, CSO, IBCLC, etc. or achievement of MS is required. Maintenance of 30 CEUs/2 years is required
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation:
- Pay Range: $30.76-$35.88
- Other Compensation (if applicable):
- Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide