Outpatient Clinical Nutrition Coordinator ( Pediatric ...

Job Description _Outpatient Clinical Nutrition Coordinator-Mount Sinai Hospital_ The Clinical Nutrition Coordinator provides quality nutrition care and education to patients and family members, under the direction of the Director of Clinical Nutrition. The Clinical Nutrition Coordinator coordinates departmental initiatives and education programs. Maintains level of clinical expertise for assigned area, and recommends the appropriate nutrition therapy as it pertains to the patients nutritional needs. Acts as a resource to all clinical staff and provides feedback for their professional development. S/he adheres to all applicable regulatory agency guidelines, and to department and hospital philosophies, standards, objectives and policies and procedures. Qualifications _Requirements:_ + Bachelors degree from an accredited institution. Masters degree preferred + 3-5 years experience + Registered Dietitian (RD) from the Commission on Dietetic Registration required + Certified Dietitian Nutritionist (CDN) from NYS Department of Education Office of the Professions, preferred, but not required. + Advanced credential such as the Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE), Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC), or Pediatric, Renal, Oncology specialist preferred, but not required. Non-Bargaining Unit, 209 - FS Clinical Nutrition - MSH, Mount Sinai Hospital Responsibilities + Evaluates the nutritional status of patients by reviewing pertinent information obtained from the electronic medical record and the interdisciplinary health care team. Applies knowledge of nutrition screening and assessment to specific patient populations to determine their nutritional needs. + Documents pertinent findings in the medical record as per policy. + Provides quality nutrition counseling to specific patient populations and family members as indicated. + Coordinates projects within the department, including nutrition related in-services, interdepartmental nutrition education programs, and lectures. + Designs, develops and regularly updates nutrition education materials to meet the specialized needs of specific patient populations. + Participates in quality assurance monitoring and reporting for departmental performance improvement meetings. + Precepts dietetic interns, develops learning modules, instructs them on the competencies required to complete their assigned rotation, and completes student evaluations. + Evaluates nutrition care plans for effectiveness and recommends changes as needed. Uses professional judgment to adapt and apply guidelines, protocols and professional standards of care to the new and changing needs of the patient. + May participates in practice-specific research to enhance program. + Participates in interdisciplinary rounds as needed. Communicates effectively with members of the healthcare team. Acts as a resource to all hospital staff and provides direction regarding nutrition needs for the specific patient populations + Assists with discharge planning and home care as needed. + Participates in community focused education programs and external speaking events to promote service and education. + Presents department journal clubs. + Other duties as assigned. About Us Strength through Unity and Inclusion The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinaiu2019s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual. At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history. About the Mount Sinai Health System: Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time u2014 discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it. Through the integration of its hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patientsu2019 medical and emotional needs at the center of all treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, receiving high

Created: 2025-09-09