Clinical Nutritionist

Under direction of a Supervising Clinical Nutritionist and/or Clinical/Medical Director or other clinical/medical administrator, is responsible for evaluation of the nutrition status of assigned clients and develops nutrition care plans in compliance with federal, state and department standards; does related work as required.
- **QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED**_:
LICENSE: Applicants must possess a current and valid Certification as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or **Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) **issued by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics or be eligible for registration (must have completed academic and clinical internship requirements and be waiting to take the registration examination).

**NJ State Law (N.J.S.A. 26:2h-18.79) requires all health care facility employees to have the influenza vaccination annually.**

PRE-EMPLOYMENT: Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting. All data received will be kept in strict confidence except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result of this information. Additionally, in accordance with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Departmental Directive #20.1 Drug Testing Policy for employees, if you are called for an interview and you are chosen to continue with the pre-employment processing you must consent to undergo drug testing for controlled and dangerous substances.LICENSE: Appointees will be required to possess a driver’s license in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

**RESIDENCY LAW**:Pursuant to the “New Jersey First Act” N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), newly hired public employees are required to reside in the State of New Jersey, unless exempted under the law. If you do not reside in New Jersey, you have one (1) year after you begin employment to relocate your residence to New Jersey.
- **NJ Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in our staff. We strongly encourage people from all groups and communities to apply.**_

Pay: $68,385.80 per year

**Benefits**:

- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan

Healthcare setting:

- Long term care

Medical specialties:

- Geriatrics

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person