Clinical Dietician

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Clinical Dietician? At HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients' lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Clinical Dietician like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

• Identifies patients who require nutrition intervention through the use of screening criteria according to protocol.
• Performs nutritional assessment according to policies and procedures; estimates nutritional needs appropriately based on age, gender, stress factors, diagnosis, weight, intake status, etc.
• Completes and documents consults for nutrition evaluation/assessment, education and ongoing nutrition intervention according to established standards of practice.
• Demonstrates competency using the Nutrition Care Process and Nutrition Diagnosis.
• Documentation is clear and concise.
• Reassesses patients according to policy to determine the patient's response to treatment or when a significant change occurs in patient's condition or diagnosis.
• Calculates accurately nutritional requirements for patients on tube feedings or receiving parental nutrition and recommends plan of care. Documents in patients plan of care.
• Demonstrates competency when conduction nutrition counseling with patients and family members. Education method is appropriate for age, cultural and psychosocial needs and living conditions of patient. Counseling is documented in MEDITECH.
• Attends interdisciplinary patient care rounds, proactively communicating patient's nutritional progress and issues.
• Assures patient safety through accurate implementation and clarification of diet orders, tube feedings, special feeding instructions, meal trays, supplements, and snacks. Documents and communicates food allergies/intolerances effectively to assure patient safety. Uses approved abbreviations and terminology. Clearly communicates to other disciplines, patients and/or family for safe and accurate nutrition interventions during hospitalization as well as upon discharge home or to another facility or service.
• Always ensures that each patient receives the best nutrition care possible within dietary restrictions for the nature of the illness
• Always offers assistance to patient and/or caregiver with menu selections. Offers alternate food selection to patients as requested. Accurately and neatly records current diet prescription in Kardex; includes patients' food preference, food intolerance, and nourishment throughout the day.
• Demonstrates competency when calculating diabetic, renal and low sodium diets; is able to make changes in diet exchanges or meal patterns when situation arises.
• Demonstrates competency when serving as a preceptor for dietetic students.
• Maintains accurate records of each patient contact. Complete assignments within specified time frame.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What qualifications you will need:

• (RD/RDN) Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist
• (RD-STATE) Registered Dietitian - State
• Bachelors Degree

About HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital

HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital, opening Spring 2026 , is a 90-bed, state-of-the-art acute care facility offering comprehensive emergency services, advanced surgical care, and a 30-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit . As part of HCA Florida Healthcare and the broader HCA Healthcare network of 650+ sites , we are committed to improving more lives in more ways and serving the Gainesville community.

Key Specialties

• Emergency Medicine - Comprehensive emergency care services
• Orthopedic Surgery - Advanced procedures for bones, joints, and musculoskeletal conditions
• Spine Surgery - Specialized care for spinal disorders and injuries
• General Surgery - Full range of surgical treatments for diverse conditions
• Minimally Invasive Surgery - Laparoscopic and robotic techniques for faster recovery and reduced complications
• Inpatient Rehabilitation - 30-bed unit for post-surgical and injury recovery

Why Join Us

• Be part of a brand-new, state-of-the-art hospital opening in Spring 2026
• Work with cutting-edge technology and innovative surgical techniques
• Join a collaborative, patient-centered team committed to excellence
• Access career growth opportunities within HCA Healthcare's nationwide network
• Make a difference in the Gainesville community while advancing your career

Join us in shaping the future of healthcare in Gainesville. Apply now and become part of HCA Florida Healthcare's mission to improve more lives in more ways .

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Clinical Dietician opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.