Dietitian - PRN
Company: MedStar Health
Location: Hunt Valley
Posted on: February 26, 2026
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Job Description:
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.
Keywords: MedStar Health, Dale City , Dietitian - PRN, Healthcare , Hunt Valley, Virginia
