Registered Dietitian II - Pediatric Nephrology - Children's Hospital of Richmond

VCU Health • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

The Children’s Hospital of Richmond (CHoR) at VCU is expanding its nephrology program to support more children with renal disease and transplantation. Registered Dietitians (RD/RDN) play a significant role in the care and management of these patients. This is a golden opportunity to join a well established interdisciplinary team who values nutrition. The RD/RDN would work collaboratively with another dietitian to manage these patients on an inpatient and outpatient basis. Disease states encountered may include those with CKD, ESRD (dialysis), glomerulonephritis, hypertension, nephrotic syndrome, pre/post-natal renal abnormalities, and renal dysplasia. Based on CMS regulations the dietitian must have one year of experience as a Registered Dietitian. Excellent communication skills are essential for teaching patients/families, dietetic interns, and a variety of health care providers. We offer a Clinical Ladder to allow growth opportunities in leadership, professional development, and research. CHoR at VCU has competitive benefits such as paid time off, insurance, and retirement that are initiated at hire day. Come join a team that impacts the lives of children.

Requirements

• Registered as a Dietitian (RD) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition or related field from an accredited college or university.
• For Clinical Dietitian I: Less than one (1) year of experience providing nutrition care in an acute care setting.
• For Clinical Dietitian II: One or more years of experience providing nutrition care in an acute care setting as a Registered Dietitian.

Nice To Haves

• Specialty certification in the area of practice.
• Certificate in Training (Adult Weight Management, Childhood & Adolescent Weight Management).
• Motivational interview training.
• Experience with clinical research protocols.

Responsibilities

• Manage patients on an inpatient and outpatient basis.
• Provide nutrition care activities as described in departmental policies/procedures.
• Modify diets, order snacks/supplements, initiate and manage enteral tube feedings after competency is determined.
• Communicate with health care team/patient food service managers regarding patient needs.
• Provide in-services to staff.
• Travel to satellite clinics when needed.
• Work weekends as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Insurance
• Retirement initiated at hire day

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees