Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $57,510.00 - $87,697.50
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement savings account
Paid Time Off
Professional Development
Flexible work schedule
Job Description
Cleveland Clinic is renowned as one of the nation's premier healthcare systems, consistently recognized for its commitment to delivering world-class medical care, advancing innovative research, and providing comprehensive educational programs. As a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center, Cleveland Clinic combines clinical and hospital care with research and education to improve healthcare outcomes globally. The institution serves hundreds of thousands of patients annually through its Main Campus and numerous regional facilities, ensuring access to specialized medical treatments and advanced technologies. Its ongoing dedication to patient-centered care, physician collaboration, and continual professional development makes Cleveland Clinic a leader in the healthcare industry. The organization embraces a culture of excellence, diversity, and teamwork, fostering an environment where healthcare professionals are empowered to grow and innovate while making significant contributions to patient health and medical science.
The Cleveland Clinic Main Campus is currently seeking a highly motivated Registered Dietitian to join its inpatient Nutrition Support Team. This role presents an excellent opportunity for dietitians interested in specializing in gastrointestinal (GI) disease-related nutrition support for adult patients with complex medical and surgical needs. As part of a multidisciplinary team that includes physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, the dietitian will contribute to comprehensive patient-centered care plans that optimize nutrition outcomes. The Nutrition Support Team’s approach is rooted in evidence-based practice, aiming to tailor nutritional therapies such as parenteral nutrition (PN), enteral feeding, and oral supplementation to each patient’s unique medical condition. This position is ideal for a dietitian seeking to advance their clinical skills in a highly specialized field, gain leadership experience, and work in a dynamic, collaborative hospital environment.
This full-time position typically follows a schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with some flexibility and about one weekend per month for coverage. The successful candidate will perform comprehensive nutrition assessments, formulate and monitor PN orders, ensure safety and compatibility of PN therapy, collaborate with multidisciplinary providers, and actively participate in department initiatives, quality improvement projects, and clinical research. Education and mentorship opportunities include working closely with dietetic interns, medical fellows, and various healthcare providers, supporting professional development at all levels. The position also offers access to cutting-edge resources, advanced nutrition support technology, and a competitive salary range of $57,510 to $87,697.50 annually, combined with a comprehensive benefits package focused on employee health and well-being. Overall, this role offers a rewarding career path within one of the most respected healthcare institutions in the country, committed to enhancing patient outcomes through innovative nutritional care and continuous learning.
The Cleveland Clinic Main Campus is currently seeking a highly motivated Registered Dietitian to join its inpatient Nutrition Support Team. This role presents an excellent opportunity for dietitians interested in specializing in gastrointestinal (GI) disease-related nutrition support for adult patients with complex medical and surgical needs. As part of a multidisciplinary team that includes physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, the dietitian will contribute to comprehensive patient-centered care plans that optimize nutrition outcomes. The Nutrition Support Team’s approach is rooted in evidence-based practice, aiming to tailor nutritional therapies such as parenteral nutrition (PN), enteral feeding, and oral supplementation to each patient’s unique medical condition. This position is ideal for a dietitian seeking to advance their clinical skills in a highly specialized field, gain leadership experience, and work in a dynamic, collaborative hospital environment.
This full-time position typically follows a schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with some flexibility and about one weekend per month for coverage. The successful candidate will perform comprehensive nutrition assessments, formulate and monitor PN orders, ensure safety and compatibility of PN therapy, collaborate with multidisciplinary providers, and actively participate in department initiatives, quality improvement projects, and clinical research. Education and mentorship opportunities include working closely with dietetic interns, medical fellows, and various healthcare providers, supporting professional development at all levels. The position also offers access to cutting-edge resources, advanced nutrition support technology, and a competitive salary range of $57,510 to $87,697.50 annually, combined with a comprehensive benefits package focused on employee health and well-being. Overall, this role offers a rewarding career path within one of the most respected healthcare institutions in the country, committed to enhancing patient outcomes through innovative nutritional care and continuous learning.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics or a closely related field
- Completion of a dietetic internship or credentialed program
- Current licensed dietitian (LD) in Ohio
- Active certification as a registered dietitian/nutritionist (RD/RDN)
- One year of experience as a registered dietitian in clinical nutrition OR successful completion of the Cleveland Clinic Dietetic Internship Program
- Board certification as a certified nutrition support clinician (CNSC) within two years of hire/assignment for adult services
- Ability to navigate extensively within hospital and clinic settings
- Manual dexterity for computer entry and nutrition-focused physical examinations
- Physical ability to measure and weigh ambulatory patients
- Follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics or a closely related field
- Completion of a dietetic internship or credentialed program
- Current licensed dietitian (LD) in Ohio and active certification as a registered dietitian/nutritionist (RD/RDN)
- One year of experience as a registered dietitian in clinical nutrition OR successful completion of the Cleveland Clinic Dietetic Internship Program
- Board certification as a certified nutrition support clinician (CNSC) within two years of hire/assignment for adult services
- Strong critical thinking, problem-solving and communication skills
- Proficiency in nutrition support therapy and GI disease states
- Ability to educate and mentor healthcare professionals
Job Duties
- Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments, including evaluating medical and surgical history, GI anatomy, nutrient intake, NFPE, abdominal exams, fluid status, vital signs, and psychosocial factors to guide nutrition interventions
- Evaluate patients' clinical circumstances to determine the appropriateness and duration of parenteral nutrition (PN) and specialized IV fluids
- Use best practices to formulate and monitor custom PN orders, including macronutrient balance, lipid emulsion appropriateness, and fluid and electrolyte management
- Ensure compatibility, solubility, and safety standards of PN prescriptions are upheld in order to prevent PN-induced complications
- Write orders for diets, oral supplements, enteral feedings, and lab work
- recommend modifications for medications that may interfere with nutrient delivery, absorption, and glycemic control
- Collaborate routinely with NST providers to evaluate laboratory and imaging results, review diagnostic tests, and assess venous access devices to inform nutrition care plans
- Participate in daily NST rounds and patient care discussions to design, monitor, and modify comprehensive nutrition care plans to optimize care delivery
- Determine discharge readiness for patients requiring home PN and coordinate with case management and healthcare team members to establish a safe transition of care
- Provide education to patients and caregivers about PN and other nutrition-related interventions
- Actively contribute to department initiatives, including dynamic projects, quality improvement, clinical research, and nutrition-related committees
- Educate and mentor dietetic interns, GI fellows, MDs, APPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
- Proficiently use ASPEN/Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics malnutrition criteria and perform NFPE
- Have comprehensive knowledge of nutrition support therapy, GI-related disease states, and/or critical care experience
- Have strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and proactive communication skills
- Be able to navigate stressful situations, resourcefully find solutions, and act decisively
- Work well in a small team setting and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills
- Be familiar with medications that affect PN therapy, interpreting laboratory results, and evaluating diagnostic tests
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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