Clinical Dietitian - Pediatrics

Lee Health • Fort Myers, FL

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About The Position

The Clinical Dietitian plans and provides nutrition interventions that consider age-related needs and characteristics, including physical development, motor control, communication, socialization, and safety. The role helps coordinate and integrate clinical nutrition services with other Lee Health departments, committees, and physicians. The dietitian manages patients’ nutritional care, including screening, assessment, intervention, and education.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics / Human Nutrition and Foods if the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential was obtained before January 1, 2024; a master’s degree is required if the RDN credential was obtained on or after January 1, 2024.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration is required. RD-eligible candidates may apply but must become an RD before the start date.
• Florida Licensure (LD) through the Florida Department of Professional Regulations (DPR) is required and must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Working knowledge of current clinical nutrition and patient-care principles for all stages of the life cycle.
• Ability to work with system personnel and medical staff on clinical nutrition and patient-care issues.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in clinical nutrition and/or long-term care is preferred.
• Pediatric experience is preferred for the pediatrics position.
• Certified Nutrition Support Specialist credential preferred.
• Certified Specialist in Pediatrics credential preferred for the pediatric position.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide nutrition interventions that address age-related characteristics and needs.
• Coordinate and integrate clinical nutrition services with other Lee Health departments, committees, and physicians.
• Manage patients’ nutritional care, including screening, assessment, intervention, and education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time