Registered Dietitian

Registered Dietitian NutritionistJoining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability InsurancePaid Time Off from Day One403-B Retirement Plan4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental LeaveCareer DevelopmentWhole Person Well-being ResourcesMental Health Resources and SupportPet BenefitsSchedule:Full timeShift:Day (United States of America)Address:601 E ROLLINS STCity:ORLANDOState:FloridaPostal Code:32803Job Description:Completes nutrition-focused physical assessments, takes measurements, reviews medical records, collects data via interviews, and evaluates anthropometric status. Evaluates assessment data to identify nutrition risks, nutrition problems, criteria consistent with malnutrition, knowledge deficits, and high-risk health behaviors. Offers nutrition interventions, orders, education, counseling, and referrals to other services. May place feeding tubes or perform indirect calorimetry studies. Provides counseling and education using evidence-based techniques that reflect appropriate health literacy and cultural sensitivity to patients with disease processes requiring nutritional management. Monitors and evaluates nutrition care plans to reach nutrition goals and promote optimal outcomes. Supervises practice experience for dietetic interns, dietetic technicians, registration eligible dietitians and new employees, participates in research, performance improvement, and initiatives. Enters complete, accurate, and timely electronic health record documentation. Enters nutrition orders when authorized by Medical Staff policy and procedure to reflect patient care. Participates in patient care rounds, collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other allied health professionals to create nutrition plans of care. Promotes evidence-based nutrition care and makes expertise available to foodservice areas. Provides timely responses to internal electronic communication. Other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Must be able to read, write, speak, and have good comprehension of conversational EnglishBasic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft OfficeComprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapyGeneral knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing, e-mail, and spreadsheet softwareAbility to search the web for nutrition research or practice updates and apply knowledge to updating reference materials, preparing for presentations, education, etc.Avails self to staff on units as the nutrition expertPerforms Meal Test Trays 3 times per month (breakfast, lunch, dinner)Attends interdisciplinary meetings and rounds on assigned units as scheduled unless valid excuse demonstratedAssists in regulatory survey preparation when applicableReviews and/or updates department resource/reference materials when applicable or requiredWhen confronted with barriers to meeting patient care standards, improves process by planning and implementing action stepsIdentifies specific patient or staff needs, initiates and develops educational or clinical materials then evaluates outcomesAssures that care delivered to each patient is in accordance with established standardsSkill and knowledge in working with an electronic health record systemAnalyzes and interprets reliable assessment data to identify an actual occurrence, risk of, or potential for developing a nutrition problemNutrition Diagnoses/Problems are included on the patient care plan and updated as more data becomes available, or signed off as applicableProvides appropriate intervention in accordance with the identified patient's goalsIdentifies and follows through with potential complex discharge planning needs, intervenes early to promote timely attainment of goalsAdheres to reassessment timeframe per standardsReassesses and updates nutrition care process and implement changes as indicatedComplies with National Patient Safety Goals regarding abbreviation usage, patient identificationAssessment, interventions and procedures utilizing equipment are appropriate for age groupStrong verbal and written communication, organizational, problem-solving, and customer service skillsAbility to interact constructively with supervisors, peers, and support personnelAbility to work well with minimal supervisionAbility to keep accurate and complete recordsInitiative to keep abreast of new information/products/developments in the field of DieteticsKnowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations as related to Dietetics practiceProficiency in the Nutrition Care Process of the Academy of Nutrition & DieteticsProficiency in identifying and using comparative standards to estimate energy, fat, protein, carbohydrate, fiber, fluid, vitamin and mineral needs as well as recommended body weight, BMI, and desired growth patternsAbility to be flexible and willingness to adapt to changes as necessaryEducation:Bachelor'sField of Study:N/AWork Experience:N/AAdditional Information:Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.Licenses and Certifications:Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)Physical Requirements:Physical Requirements - Range:$26.33 - $48.98Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.Applicants may review general information about Florida's background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.