Registered Dietitian Nutritionist RDN Pediatric and NICU

Joining AdventHealth

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 Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

601 E ROLLINS ST

City:

ORLANDO

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

32803

Job Description:

Up to $7,500 Sign-on Bonus and $3,000 Relocation Assistance available to eligible candidates (see terms below)

Terms: 12-month Full-time Employment Contract Required for Sign-On and Relocation

Sign-on Eligibility:

• One (1) year of applicable experience
• Internal Candidates and Rehires within 12 months are not eligible

Relocation Eligibility:

• Must live 50 miles outside of campus address
• Rehires that are less than 12 months from separation date are not eligible

About the Campus:

• AdventHealth for Children, located on the AdventHealth Orlando campus, is a nationally recognized pediatric specialty hospital with 206 dedicated pediatric beds, including a 102-bed Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and more than 30 Pediatric and Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (PICU/CICU) beds.
• As a four-time Magnet-designated organization, AdventHealth for Children is committed to excellence in patient care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and clinical innovation.
• AdventHealth for Children features a dedicated milk room staffed by Infant Nutrition Technicians who specialize in the preparation and management of breastmilk and formula feedings. The hospital also utilizes human milk analysis technology to provide targeted fortification for infants experiencing growth challenges, enabling highly individualized nutrition interventions.

Position Highlights:

• The Pediatric and NICU Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) plays a critical role in the care of neonatal and pediatric patients, serving as a valued member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. NICU RDNs participate in daily rounds Monday through Friday alongside neonatologists, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and optimize individualized nutrition care plans for medically complex infants. Pediatric ICU and Cardiac ICU RDNs similarly participate in multidisciplinary rounds, providing expert nutrition recommendations for critically ill children.
• The RDN team collaborates closely with providers and nursing staff to establish and implement evidence-based best practices throughout the NICU and pediatric units. Opportunities to participate in research, quality improvement initiatives, and program development allow RDNs to contribute to advancements in pediatric and neonatal nutrition care.
• AdventHealth for Children also offers a robust outpatient pediatric nutrition program, with RDNs providing specialized care in multidisciplinary clinics including Pediatric Gastroenterology, Liver Transplant, Renal Transplant, Inborn Errors of Metabolism, and Ketogenic Diet programs. These clinics allow RDNs to develop expertise in managing complex chronic conditions and work closely with subspecialty physicians and advanced practice providers.

Primary Job Responsibilities :

• 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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and have good comprehension of conversational English [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]

Education:

• Bachelor's [Required]
• Master's [Preferred]

Field of Study:

• Bachelor's degree in nutrition or nutrition related field

Work Experience:

• 10+ clinical experience [Required]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) [Required]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)

• Physical Requirements -

Pay Range:

$28.97 - $53.88

Background 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:

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