Registered Dietitian Inpatient RDN
The Registered Dietitian Inpatient RDN provides clinical nutrition services within an inpatient hospital setting, collaborating with a multidisciplinary health team to deliver medical nutrition therapy and promote patient wellness. Responsibilities include assessing patients at nutrition risk, providing nutrition education, and supporting the Food and Clinical Nutrition Department to improve patient outcomes in accordance with hospital policies.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
This is a full-time, inpatient Registered Dietitian (RDN) role with a $10,000 sign-on bonus. You will deliver clinical nutrition care as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support patient recovery, manage chronic conditions, and promote overall wellness.
- Provide medical nutrition therapy (MNT) and individualized nutrition care plans per provider orders and Clinical Nutrition Department policies.
- Perform nutrition assessments for patients identified at nutrition risk and document findings.
- Deliver nutrition education to patients, families, and caregivers.
- Collaborate with nursing, physicians, and ancillary teams to coordinate nutrition interventions and support patient transitions of care.
- Support Food and Clinical Nutrition Department activities as needed and follow established hospital procedures.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory and departmental standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Foods and Nutrition or related field; completion of a dietetic internship.
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) — required.
- Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) — required.
- Accepting new graduates and experienced RDNs; experience: less than one year acceptable.
- Strong clinical nutrition knowledge, including nutrition assessment, MNT, patient education, and effective interdisciplinary communication.
- Professional, compassionate approach to patient care and ability to work in a fast-paced inpatient environment.
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay range: $31.94 to $47.91 per hour (based on experience).
- $10,000 sign-on bonus.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning the first of the month after hire.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, pension, and life & disability insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees and specialty certifications.
- Generous paid time off, wellness programs, fitness discounts, and free on-site parking.
Location & Employment Type
Confidential Client — inpatient hospital setting in Mcdonogh Run, MD. This listing is for a Full-Time role (Contractor classification indicated in the original posting).
Why Join
Join a care-focused team at a community hospital setting where you can have meaningful clinical impact, grow professionally, and access robust benefits and education support. This role is appropriate for both new grads and experienced dietitians seeking inpatient RDN experience.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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