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Registered Dietitian II

Date Posted: 03/28/2024

Requisition Number: 1103

Location: CHA Cambridge Hospital 

Work Days: shift lengths may vary - typically 4-8 hours  

Category: Allied Health  

Department: Outpatient Nutrition  

Job Type: Per Diem On Call  

Work Shift: Day 

Hours/Week: 0.00 

Union: No 

Union Name: Non Union

CHA Dietitians are experts in food and love eating real food. Every dietitian is licensed by the state, has a degree in nutrition and passed a board exam. They maintain their skills through continuing education. Many of our team members have areas of specialty. These include Master’s Degrees, Certified Nutrition Support, Certified Diabetes Educator, Adult and Pediatric Weight management, Yoga Certifications or Personal Training.

Responsibilities: Assesses nutritional status by reviewing/interpreting medical, nutrition, medication hx; vital signs, anthropometrics, lab findings, symptoms, lifestyle/culture. Calculates nutrient intakes as appropriate. Assesses/monitor drug/nutrient interaction. Develop/implement individual nutrition care plan based on assessment data and Practice Guidelines. Monitors changes in outcomes: vital signs, anthro/labs, dietary intake symptoms, activity, behavior. Documents legibly in medical record. Documents pertinent intervention information on patient data or perinatal card for nutrition office use. Accurately maintains monthly statistics reports. Accurately documents the initial and ongoing assessment of the patients nutritional status and progress as determined by department policies and procedures. Confers/coordinates care with health team: medical record, consult forms, clinical meetings, rounds, etc. Makes recommendations regarding changes in treatment within Practice Guidelines Assists in development and leads nutrition related groups. Participates in CQI/QI data collection and implementation. Collaborate/coordinate with WIC programs. Work with other staff to assist patients in obtaining food assistance. Serve as nutrition resource to site staff and community agencies. Assist in the development of culturally appropriate educational material as assigned. Assist with clinical supervision of students. Follows Ambulatory Nutrition policies/procedures as identified in Cambridge Health Alliance Ambulatory Nutrition Services Manual. Assists with program planning and implementation for specific population groups - geriatrics, pediatrics, weight management, eating disorders, etc. Acts as departmental & CHA resource in area of expertise. 

Requirements: Bachelor of Science degree required. Maintains current Dietetic Registration (RD/RDN). Experience in community and medical nutrition therapy post internship preferred. Valid MA license as dietitian/nutritionist (LDN) 

 
In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.
 

Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.

Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.

At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.

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