NICU Dietitian

Compass Group•Little Rock, AR

2d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Morrison Healthcare is hiring a NICU Dietitian at Baptist Health Medical Center in Little Rock, Arkansas, working in a Level IIIB NICU. The role provides Medical Nutrition Therapy and nutrition education in a specialty area, collaborating with a clinical and food service team to improve patient outcomes through evidence-based nutrition care. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with rotating weekends and holidays. The salary range is $80,000–$90,000, with a $5,000 sign-on bonus and $15,000 relocation assistance. The position includes comprehensive nutritional assessments and individualized care plans, nutrition and lifestyle education for patients, families, staff, and the community, and application of current research and facility protocols. The Dietitian also contributes to quality improvement efforts, partners with food service management to support patient satisfaction, and may mentor staff and dietetic interns. The role offers education reimbursement, career development, specialty certification rewards, professional fee coverage, and continuing education opportunities, along with a broad benefits package.

Requirements

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or eligible to sit for the CDR exam.
Licensed Dietitian, or willing to obtain licensure, in the state of practice as applicable.
Advanced certification related to the NICU population; specialty certification when required.
Two years of work experience in a specialty is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Two years of work experience in a specialty area.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop individualized care plans for patients in a designated specialty area.
Provide nutrition and lifestyle guidance to patients, families, staff, and the community.
Apply current research in alignment 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.