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Registered Dietitian
Nascentia Health
Syracuse, NY, USA
USD 25-75 / hour
Posted on Nov 25, 2025
At Nascentia Health the Registered Dietitian will be responsible for the delivery and evaluation of medical nutrition therapy services to agency patients. This is a Per Visit role that supports patients in the Oneida County region.
Performance Responsibilities and Standards:
• Provide in-home consultation for policy and program development and operation and evaluation of nutrition services.
• Serve as a consultant to the agency in the application of nutrition knowledge.
• Provide direct service to patients and families through home visits. Assess nutrition status and food practices; assist in plan for the provision of food and fluids appropriate for the individual's physical and environmental conditions. Provide nutrition education and counseling to meet nutritional needs.
• Provide appropriate educational materials to staff and participate in in-service training of staff.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and ensure compliance with agency policies and procedures. Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Demonstrate knowledge of, and ensure compliance with, federal, state, and local regulations governing home care.
• Complete nutrition care documentation in a timely manner. Communicate with staff regarding patient nutritional needs.
• Performs all other duties as assigned
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree with a major in foods and nutrition from a college or university approved by the Educational Department. Registered dietitian status with the American Dietetic Association; New York State Certified Dietitian/Nutritionist. Maintain registration status through approved continuing education activities.
• Two to three years of professional experience in a health agency this includes counseling patients in normal and medical nutrition therapy.
• Current New York State driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• Must be willing to drive to see patients in their homes.
Physical Requirements:
- Visual and hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written or verbal communication.
- Ability to express self verbally and in writing.
- Ability to drive in varied weather conditions.
- Ability to use the telephone and communicate over the telephone.
- Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Category: II- Normal work routine does not involve exposure, but exposure may be required as a condition of employment. Protective measures should be readily available
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive Salary [This position is a per visit role with a min-max rate of: $25.00- $75.00, plus round trip mileage reimbursed at the Federal IRS rate] with:
- Retention Bonuses
- Internal Mentoring Program
- 401K with generous Employer match
- On-Site Gym (free for all employees)
- Autonomous Work Schedule and Environment
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Partially funded HSA
- Employee Recognition Platform
- Paid Time Off, Holidays, Sick and Extended Sick Leave
- Short/Long term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Much More!
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About Nascentia Health:
Nascentia Health is leading the way in home care, post acute care and long-term community health. A healthcare system without walls, Nascentia is an innovator in the concept of healthcare, truly focused on the patient as a whole. By serving people in their homes, Nascentia Health is able to provide true holistic care. We can address immediate needs, help support positive long term medical and lifestyle choices that provide for better outcomes, leverage cutting edge in-home care technologies, and help avoid unnecessary visits to busy healthcare facilities.
Our employees are our greatest asset. They work hard every day to make our system amazing and are dedicated to our mission of being the premier home and community-based care system for the regions we serve. We want everyone to love what they do, be excited about coming to work, and take pride in being part of our team.
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Nascentia Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Employment is contingent upon negative results of a pre-hire drug screen and background check clearance