Pool Dietitian, Clinical Nutrition, Per Diem, 08A-4:30P

Baptist Health South Florida • South Miami, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The registered dietitian (RD) is responsible for the nutritional assessment and intervention of acute care hospitalized patients. The RD recommends appropriate medical nutrition therapy based on patient‘s diagnosis, nutrition focused physical exam and overall health status. Identifies the proper nutrition regimen and places order in the medical record. Communicates plan of care to all responsible parties. Educates patients, family and significant others on nutrition plan. Contributes to departmental achievements through process improvement. Documents findings, orders, interventions in the electronic health record. Estimated pay range for this position is $36.50 / hour depending on shift as applicable.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Nutrition - BSNT
• Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN)
• CDR Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist
• Registered Dietitian with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Commission on Dietetic Registration and Florida State licensure (LD/N).
• If registration/license eligible, must become registered/licensed within 6 months.
• This position requires direct patient care through assessment, intervention and care planning.
• Excellent verbal/written communication, critical thinking, basic computer, and service excellence skills.
• Less than 1 year of experience.

Nice To Haves

• Master‘s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the nutritional assessment and intervention of acute care hospitalized patients.
• Recommends appropriate medical nutrition therapy based on patient‘s diagnosis, nutrition focused physical exam and overall health status.
• Identifies the proper nutrition regimen and places order in the medical record.
• Communicates plan of care to all responsible parties.
• Educates patients, family and significant others on nutrition plan.
• Contributes to departmental achievements through process improvement.
• Documents findings, orders, interventions in the electronic health record.

Benefits

• Career growth and development opportunities, with clear pathways and ongoing support
• Comprehensive health and wellness resources that go beyond traditional benefits
• A wellness program that can help employees eliminate their medical plan deductible, reducing out-of-pocket healthcare costs
• Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level