Registered Dietitian FT

Registered Dietitian FT

Joining 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.

$10,000 Sign on Bonus!!

Work Schedule: 5 days a week, will need to rotate coverage on weekends (usually work 1 weekend a month)

Conducts comprehensive nutrition assessments by evaluating medical history, anthropometric data, nutrition-focused physical findings, dietary intake, and malnutrition risk to develop individualized care plans.

Provides evidence-based nutrition interventions, counseling, education, and care management for patients with acute and chronic disease states, utilizing culturally sensitive and health literacy-appropriate approaches.

Monitors, evaluates, and adjusts nutrition care plans to achieve clinical nutrition goals, optimize patient outcomes, and support recovery and disease management.

Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams during patient care rounds to develop, implement, and coordinate nutrition plans of care, including nutrition orders when authorized.

Maintains accurate electronic health record documentation while supporting quality improvement, research initiatives, staff development, and the training of dietetic interns, technicians, and new team members.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must be able to read, write, speak, and have good comprehension of conversational English

Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office

Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy

General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing, e-mail, and spreadsheet software

Ability 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 expert

Participates in Quality Improvement activities

Attends interdisciplinary meetings and rounds on assigned units as scheduled unless valid excuse demonstrated

Attends assigned team and/or committee meetings unless valid excuse demonstrated

Assists in regulatory survey preparation when applicable

Reviews and/or updates department resource/reference materials when applicable or [Required]

When confronted with barriers to meeting patient care standards, improves process by planning and implementing action steps

Identifies specific patient or staff needs, initiates and develops educational or clinical materials then evaluates outcomes

Assures that care delivered to each patient is in accordance with established standards

Skill and knowledge in working with an electronic health record system

Analyzes and interprets reliable assessment data to identify an actual occurrence, risk of, or potential for developing a nutrition problem

Nutrition Diagnoses/Problems are included on the patient care plan and updated as more data becomes available, or signed off as applicable

Provides appropriate intervention in accordance with the identified patient's goals

Identifies and follows through with potential complex discharge planning needs, intervenes early to promote timely attainment of goals

Adheres to reassessment timeframe per standards

Reassesses and updates nutrition care process and implement changes as indicated

Complies with National Patient Safety Goals regarding abbreviation usage, patient identification

Assessment, interventions, and procedures utilizing equipment are appropriate for the age group

Understands indications for nutrition support therapy (both enteral and parenteral) and applies recommendations appropriately

Education:

Bachelor's [Required]

Field of Study:

in nutrition or related field

Work Experience:

3+ experience in a clinical setting [Required]

Additional 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) [Required]

Pay Range:

$22.66 $46.36

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.