ICU Dietitian
About The Position
Morrison Healthcare is hiring an ICU Dietitian at UF Shands, an acute care, high-acuity academic medical center in Gainesville, Florida. The dietitian will provide medical nutrition therapy to critically ill patients across trauma, transplant, and surgical ICUs, including complex enteral and parenteral nutrition support. The role involves fast-moving rounds and close collaboration with physicians, pharmacists, nurses, and the food service management team. The dietitian will assess patients, develop individualized nutrition care plans, provide nutrition education, apply evidence-based practices and facility protocols, contribute to quality improvement, and support staff and dietetic interns through education and training as applicable. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with every fourth-to-fifth weekend rotation. The listed salary range is $80,000–$95,000. Relocation assistance and employment visa sponsorship are available.
Requirements
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential or eligibility to take the CDR exam.
- Licensed Dietitian, or willingness to obtain licensure, in the state of practice as applicable.
- Two years of work experience in a specialty area preferred.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- CNSC credential preferred.
- Specialty certification when required.
- Two years of work experience in a specialty area preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide medical nutrition therapy to critically ill patients in trauma, transplant, and surgical ICUs.
- Perform comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop individualized care plans.
- Provide nutrition and lifestyle education to patients, families, staff, and the community.
- Apply current research in accordance with the diet manual, company policies, and facility protocols.
- Contribute to QAPI initiatives to advance patient care and clinical excellence.
- Partner with the food service management team to support patient satisfaction and service goals.
- Support staff and dietetic interns through education and training, as applicable.
- Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and nurses in a high-acuity care setting.
Benefits
- Education reimbursement for advanced learning.
- Career advancement and growth programs for RDNs.
- Financial rewards for obtaining specialty certifications.
- Relocation assistance for moves of 50 miles or more, based on location.
- Coverage of professional membership dues, CDR fees, and licensure fees.
- Free continuing education units through a nutrition education webinar series.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage.
- 401(k) and retirement plans.
- Flexible or paid time off and holiday pay, varying by site and state.
- Paid parental leave and personal leave.
- Shopping discounts and commuter benefits.
- Employee Assistance Program, FSAs, and health programs.
- Identity theft protection and pet insurance.
- Employment visa sponsorship.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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