*Description* Summary: Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to all ages of the life span including pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients served by the Food & Nutrition Department. Assumes responsibility for performing inpatient and outpatient diet instructions including food/drug interactions; completes nutritional assessments (SOAP, nutrition support notes); calculates nutritional requirements; assess adequacy of nutrition support and makes recommendations on TF/TPN; provides nutritional services for specialty clinics (i.e. medical, prenatal, radiation oncology); participates in community nutrition programs; functions as a member of the health care team; to provide optimal nutritional care. JOB QUALIFICATIONS Education: 4 Year Degree, prefer B.S./B.A. in Dietetics. Experience: 3 years experience in a hospital setting preferred. License: RD License Required. NYS CDN required or must be obtained within 6 months of hire. Working Conditions: Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Little or no potential for occupational risk Physical Effort: Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions Company: Northern Dutchess Hospital Org Unit: 1198 Department: Dietary Exempt: Yes Salary Range: $28.78 - $53.45 Hourly We are an equal opportunity employer Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law. We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.