Clinical Nutrition Specialist

Registered Dietitian

Tampa General Hospital (TGH) has an exciting opportunity to join their dynamic team of Registered Dietitians (RDs). Our remarkably engaged team of registered dietitians provide timely world-class patient care through the application of standardized best practices, interdisciplinary team collaboration, and judicious use of technological advances to assess, educate, document, research and report their related interventions. This competent team of licensed professionals own advanced degrees and specialty certifications in diabetes, oncology, nephrology, nutrition support, transplant, and pediatrics. Their commitment to optimal nutrition care is extended to our community through our dedicated ambulatory team.

Our recognition as the #1 Hospital in Tampa, our comprehensive benefit package including: Paid ATO, Tuition reimbursement, Professional development, competitive salaries enhanced by clinical ladders, and our pleasant supportive work environment makes TGH the Tampa-based employer of choice.

Job Status: Full-time. Available immediately

Responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing medical nutrition therapy using established standards of care and maintaining competency and skills required for professional practice.
• Responds to consults and nutrition screens and appropriately arranges follow-ups within the established timeframes based on departmental policy.
• Proactively identifies patients with nutritional needs. Documents nutritional interventions in the plan of care using the Nutrition Care Process in the EMR
• Serves as preceptor to Dietetic Interns and medical residents as appropriate.
• Uses exceptional time management, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, communication skills, public speaking, computer skills and excellent service strategies. Additionally, dietitians are expected to perform routine tasks with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates diplomacy and ability to interact with others, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Keeps abreast of new trends and developments in nutrition and applies knowledge in current practice.
• Proficiency with multiple software applications such as: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Epic, Cbord, or HealthTouch

Reports to: the Assistant Director of Clinical Nutrition and Patient Services.

Working conditions:

Fluorescent lighting, hard tile floors, water on the floor at times, variable humidity, air-conditioned, exposure to chemicals. Working in patient care environment, which involves exposure and interaction with patients, families, visitors, and other health care professionals. This position has been evaluated as a Level 1 in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) definition of occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens. Level I Positions in this category require the performance of tasks which involve exposure to blood and potentially infectious body fluids.

• Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics from an institution with an accredited program is required. Master's degree preferred. Specialty certifications a plus
• CDR Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist with the Commission on Dietetics Registration - RDN.
• Licensure with the Dietetics and Nutrition Practice Council - Florida Department of Health - LDN.
• One (1) year of experience in clinical settings is preferred. Will consider new graduates with demonstrable knowledge of clinical nutrition, and instructional techniques.