Clinical Dietitian

Cook Children's Health Care System; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pediatric healthcare is seeking a Clinical Dietitian I to deliver evidence-based nutrition care. This role involves formulating individualized nutrition care plans and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure positive patient outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor of Science degree and be a registered dietitian, with a passion for pediatric care. Join a compassionate team that values family-centered care and is dedicated to making a difference in children's health. If you're ready to help families navigate their nutritional needs with expertise and empathy, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian with a focus on pediatric nutrition care.
• Ability to collaborate and educate families and staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidenced-based nutrition care to patients and families.
• Formulate and implement individualized nutrition care plans.

Skills

Nutrition Care Planning

Patient Education

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science

Master of Science

Job description

The Clinical Dietitian I (CD I) provides evidenced-based nutrition care to patients/families using practices skill which satisfy the needs/concerns of assigned patients. The CD I can formulate and implement an individualized nutrition care plan using current medical nutrition therapy (MNT) and works/collaborates as part of an interdisciplinary team, within Cook Childrens Health Care System (CCHCS). The CD I contributes to nutrition care decisions that lead to positive outcomes and is an effective educator, to patient, family/caregivers, and staff. The CD I addresses routine problems in the work environment by providing assistance or referring these to other, more experienced team members. The CD I prioritizes workload, delivers nutrition care to assigned patients, and discusses/assists/advocates for the nutritional care needs of the patient/family. Ability to manage daily workload, identify routine problems in the work area, and solve problems with advance/assistance from other is required. Provides professional guidance to in/outpatients, staff, outside agencies, students, and the community while maintaining patient confidentiality and honoring patient rights. This position receives oversight by the Clinical Nutrition Manager.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor (required) or Master (preferred) of Science.
0-2 years of experience required.
Pediatric experience preferred.

Certification/Licensure:

Must be registered with the Commission of Dietetic Registration and licensed by the State of Texas within six months of hire date.
Heart Saver CPR certification required.
BLS CPR preferred.

About Cook Children’s:

Our not-for-profit organization is comprised of a flagship medical center in Fort Worth, Texas, a new medical center in Prosper, Texas, a physician network, home health company, surgery centers, health plan, health services, and health foundation. With more than 60 primary, specialty and urgent care locations throughout Texas, families can access our top-ranked specialty programs and network of services to meet the unique needs of their child. Cook Children's is honored to continually receive recognition for our outstanding efforts and outcomes in pediatric health care.

At Cook Children's, we're more than a health care system––we're your friends, neighbors and even family members. And we're parents too, so we can see the world through your eyes. We see what you're going through––and how we can help you and your child get the best care and support possible.

Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.

Careers at Cook Children's

Promise, a strong word with deep meaning that everyone understands—especially kids. This is the foundation of our organization and what drives us to blaze new trails in medical care, research, advanced technology, as well as programs and initiatives that benefit children who may not otherwise have access to quality health care. Every day our employees come to work with the intention of keeping our Promise. It's the guiding principle that helps our patients and their families get better and stay healthy. As a member of our Cook Children's team, you can be an important part of making that happen.

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