Dietitian Supervisor (Pediatrics, NICU, & Nutrition Lab)

Job Overview As a Nutrition and Dietary Supervisor at UCLA Health, you will maintain full accountability and stewardship relating to all aspects of the specialized Nutrition Lab (NL) at the Santa Monica Hospital. This includes the creation of standards/policies, infection control, supervision of staff involved in nutrition and food service, supply and food/temperature control guidelines, use of Timeless Software System, development of performance improvement plans, oversight of formula preparation, and assembly of education provided to stakeholders. Responsibilities This position provides medical nutrition therapy to inpatients and/or outpatients in specialized areas such as Pediatrics and NICU, and has cross‑coverage responsibilities for adult patients in ICU, Critical Care, Cardiac, Renal, GI, OB, Oncology, Head/Neck, Med Surg, and Geriatric areas as needed. The role supervises the work of two nutrition lab technicians and one registered dietitian. Compensation Salary Range: $70,900 - $145,200 per year. Qualifications Certification as Registered Dietitian by the Commission of Dietetic Registration. Three or more years of RD experience. One or more years of NICU/pediatrics experience highly preferred. Knowledge and understanding of infant formulas and breastmilk fortification. Ability to use all breast milk nutrition lab equipment. Ability to assess NICU and pediatric patient calorie, protein, and micronutrient needs based on the Standards of Nutrition Practice and Specialty Guidelines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr UCLA Health