Registered Dietitian -- VARDC

Position Overview

We are seeking a Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) for an inpatient acute care setting at a Medical Center. This role involves delivering medical nutrition therapy, conducting assessments, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform nutrition assessments and reassessments (NFPE)
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans
• Manage enteral (tube feeding) and parenteral nutrition (TPN)
• Monitor lab values (A1C, lipids, electrolytes, glucose)
• Provide nutrition support for:
• Diabetes, DKA, hypoglycemia
• Heart failure, MI, cholesterol disorders
• GI disorders (Crohn's, IBS, short gut, diarrhea)
• Renal conditions (dialysis, CKD/AKI)
• Oncology, malnutrition, burns, wounds
• Ensure compliance with dietary guidelines and safety protocols
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and care teams

Requirements

• RD/RDN Certification (Required)
• Registered with CDR (Commission on Dietetic Registration)
• BLS Certification
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience (first-time travelers accepted)
• Experience in acute care/inpatient setting preferred

Work Schedule & Notes

• Weekend Requirement: Every Saturday
• On-call required on some holidays
• Exposure to diverse patient populations (adult to geriatric)

Key Skills

• Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)
• Enteral & Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)
• Fluid & Electrolyte Management
• Chronic Disease Management
• Nutrition-Focused Physical Exam (NFPE)
• Food-Drug Interactions & Therapeutic Diets