Global Technical Talent
Primary Job Title
Clinical Dietitian Nutrition
Alternate/Related Job Titles
Registered Dietitian (RD)
Clinical Nutrition Specialist
Inpatient Dietitian
Location New York, NY
Onsite Flexibility Onsite
Contract Details
Position Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 5 months
Start: As Soon As Possible
Pay Rate: $48.57/hr
Job Summary The
Clinical Dietitian Nutrition
professional provides comprehensive nutrition care to patients of all ages across inpatient and critical care units, including
ICU and PICU . This role includes performing nutritional assessments, developing and implementing individualized care plans, recommending dietary modifications, and providing patient and family education. The dietitian collaborates closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver
comprehensive nutrition care
to assigned patients, including assessing nutritional needs, creating and re-evaluating individualized care plans.
Provide coverage across all inpatient units and participate in
multidisciplinary rounds
in designated clinics.
Perform initial nutrition screenings and classify patients by
nutrition risk level
according to established care policies.
Complete detailed nutrition assessments within required timelines (24–48 hours for high/moderate‑risk; within 7 days for low‑risk).
Calculate nutritional requirements, including
caloric, fluid, and protein needs , using standardized formulas.
Recommend and initiate diet modifications, enteral formulas, and
nutrition supplements
in collaboration with physicians or NPs.
Monitor and evaluate patients’ nutrition status through
meal rounds, calorie counts, and ongoing reassessments .
Coordinate outpatient and home‑care nutrition support services, ensuring timely supplement delivery and proper documentation.
Refer patients to
specialty services
such as GI Nutrition, Social Services, Speech Therapy, or Integrative Medicine when indicated.
Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation in compliance with hospital nutrition care standards.
Required Experience
2–4 years of professional experience as a
Clinical Dietitian
or in medical nutrition therapy.
Proficient in
English communication , both written and verbal.
Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
Proficiency in
Microsoft Office Suite
(Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Nice-to-Have Experience
Experience providing
oncology nutrition care
or working in a hospital/acute care setting.
Required Skills
Clinical nutrition assessment and care planning
Strong communication and interdisciplinary teamwork
Patient education and family counseling
Preferred Skills
Experience with critical care (ICU/PICU) nutrition
Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems
Knowledge of medical nutrition therapy for complex diagnoses
Additional Skills
Analytical thinking and problem-solving
Decision-making and prioritization in fast‑paced environments
Building patient trust and relationships
Education
Required:
Bachelor’s Degree in
Nutrition & Dietetics
Preferred:
Master’s Degree in Nutrition or related field
Certifications & Licensure
Required:
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (Commission on Dietetic Registration)
Required (NY only):
Certified Dietitian Nutritionist within 12 months of hire
Preferred:
None specified
About GTT GTT is a minority‑owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American‑owned company in Alaska. As a Native American‑owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients include major healthcare, life sciences, and research organizations across the U.S. and Canada.
Job Number 25-27478
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Alternate/Related Job Titles
Registered Dietitian (RD)
Clinical Nutrition Specialist
Inpatient Dietitian
Location New York, NY
Onsite Flexibility Onsite
Contract Details
Position Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 5 months
Start: As Soon As Possible
Pay Rate: $48.57/hr
Job Summary The
Clinical Dietitian Nutrition
professional provides comprehensive nutrition care to patients of all ages across inpatient and critical care units, including
ICU and PICU . This role includes performing nutritional assessments, developing and implementing individualized care plans, recommending dietary modifications, and providing patient and family education. The dietitian collaborates closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver
comprehensive nutrition care
to assigned patients, including assessing nutritional needs, creating and re-evaluating individualized care plans.
Provide coverage across all inpatient units and participate in
multidisciplinary rounds
in designated clinics.
Perform initial nutrition screenings and classify patients by
nutrition risk level
according to established care policies.
Complete detailed nutrition assessments within required timelines (24–48 hours for high/moderate‑risk; within 7 days for low‑risk).
Calculate nutritional requirements, including
caloric, fluid, and protein needs , using standardized formulas.
Recommend and initiate diet modifications, enteral formulas, and
nutrition supplements
in collaboration with physicians or NPs.
Monitor and evaluate patients’ nutrition status through
meal rounds, calorie counts, and ongoing reassessments .
Coordinate outpatient and home‑care nutrition support services, ensuring timely supplement delivery and proper documentation.
Refer patients to
specialty services
such as GI Nutrition, Social Services, Speech Therapy, or Integrative Medicine when indicated.
Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation in compliance with hospital nutrition care standards.
Required Experience
2–4 years of professional experience as a
Clinical Dietitian
or in medical nutrition therapy.
Proficient in
English communication , both written and verbal.
Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
Proficiency in
Microsoft Office Suite
(Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Nice-to-Have Experience
Experience providing
oncology nutrition care
or working in a hospital/acute care setting.
Required Skills
Clinical nutrition assessment and care planning
Strong communication and interdisciplinary teamwork
Patient education and family counseling
Preferred Skills
Experience with critical care (ICU/PICU) nutrition
Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems
Knowledge of medical nutrition therapy for complex diagnoses
Additional Skills
Analytical thinking and problem-solving
Decision-making and prioritization in fast‑paced environments
Building patient trust and relationships
Education
Required:
Bachelor’s Degree in
Nutrition & Dietetics
Preferred:
Master’s Degree in Nutrition or related field
Certifications & Licensure
Required:
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (Commission on Dietetic Registration)
Required (NY only):
Certified Dietitian Nutritionist within 12 months of hire
Preferred:
None specified
About GTT GTT is a minority‑owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American‑owned company in Alaska. As a Native American‑owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients include major healthcare, life sciences, and research organizations across the U.S. and Canada.
Job Number 25-27478
#J-18808-Ljbffr