NICU Dietitian

Sodexo Careers•Chattanooga, TN

43d•Onsite

About The Position

Sodexo is seeking a full-time NICU Dietitian to join the Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at the Children’s Hospital at Erlanger in Chattanooga, TN. This 58-bed, high-acuity NICU cares for extremely premature infants—some born as early as 22–24 weeks—supported by a comprehensive team of pediatric medical and surgical specialists. This role is ideal for an experienced dietitian with a strong interest in NICU care looking to make a meaningful impact in a leading regional pediatric center.

Requirements

Registered Dietitian credential
3 years of acute care experience required
Meets eligibility requirements for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and will become registered within 120 days of hire.
Certification/licensure as required by state(s) of practice.
3 years experienced practitioner able to work with minimal supervision
Excellent communication skills and can work within a multidisciplinary team
Creative problem-solving skills, can work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to work within a self-directed and team-oriented work environment
Strong focus on driving outstanding patient satisfaction results and driving process improvement activities

Nice To Haves

NICU or Pediatric experience preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and monitor/evaluate patient care outcomes on an ongoing basis
Perform nutrition-focused physical exams and nutrition education
Actively participate in multidisciplinary rounding
Involved in quality improvement projects
Precept dietetic interns
Participate in departmental, clinical, and other meetings related to areas of practice