Clinical Dietitian II

10 Driscoll Children's Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits day one

Annual raises

Care Center for employees

Wellness program

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer  

PTO & sick days

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Driscoll Children’s Hospital seeks a Clinical Dietitian at Graduate-Registration Eligible level to provide pediatric nutrition support across inpatient and outpatient settings. You will perform assessments, build care plans, educate families and collaborate with physicians and nurses within a collaborative team.

New graduates are encouraged to apply; sign-on bonus of $15,000 and relocation assistance are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in nutrition from ACEND-accredited program.
• Completion of ACEND-accredited Dietetic Internship for Graduate Dietitian pathway.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred for patient-family education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based medical nutrition therapy to pediatric patients in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses in interdisciplinary care; monitor therapy and document in EMR.

Skills

Communication skills

EMR documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in nutrition from ACEND-accredited program

ACEND-accredited Dietetic Internship

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Where compassion meets innovation and technology and our employees are family. Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Please review the job information below. New graduates who are registration eligible are encouraged to apply! $15,000 Sign-on bonus + relocation assistance offered! Dietitian Graduate will receive sign-on bonus once RD credentialed. Why Join The Driscoll Team? At Driscoll Children’s Hospital, we’re proud to be the first free-standing pediatric hospital in South Texas, serving children and adolescents of Corpus Christi and surrounding communities. We are devoted to providing expert care, education, outreach and advocacy until all children are well. As part of the Driscoll Health System, you’ll join a team that values your well-being, professional growth, and future. We are committed to providing a total compensation program to attract, reward, motivate and retain qualified and competent employees. These efforts support our goal of offering the highest level of care, while also helping our employees take care of themselves, their families and their future.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package effective day one.
• Annual salary increases up to 4% based on work performance.
• Employee Care Center for employees, spouses, and adult dependents.
• Wellness Program + Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Generous Paid Time Off (24 days) + 6 sick days annually.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Professional Development (courses, skills labs, lectures, research, and more)

Clinical Dietitian (Graduate-Registration Eligible | Level I | Level II | Level III)

As a Clinical Dietitian at Driscoll Children’s Hospital, you’ll be a key member of our pediatric care team, delivering evidence-based nutrition support to patients and families across inpatient and outpatient settings. You’ll perform comprehensive nutrition assessments, develop individualized care plans, provide education to patients and caregivers, and collaborate closely with physicians and nurses on interdisciplinary care. This role includes monitoring medical nutrition therapy, verifying diet and formula orders, documenting in the EMR, and ensuring accurate billing.

Additional Responsibilities Based on Level

Dietitian Graduate (Registration Eligible)

Designed for developing practitioners actively preparing for credentialing through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Dietitian Graduates work under the supervision of a credentialed Registered Dietitian (RD) and gain hands-on clinical experience applying nutrition principles in pediatric care. This role supports a successful transition to a Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) position.

Clinical Dietitian Level I

Focuses on building foundational clinical skills and gaining pediatric nutrition experience while delivering patient care under general supervision. Level I Dietitians apply evidence-based practice, participate in interdisciplinary care, and continue professional development.

Clinical Dietitian Level II

Demonstrates increased autonomy and routinely manages more complex cases. Serves as a clinical resource across the system, contributes to quality improvement initiatives, and may precept interns or junior team members.

Clinical Dietitian Level III

Serves as a clinical and professional expert with the highest level of authority in nutrition practice. Leads complex patient care, ensures consistency in evidence-based practice, mentors staff, and represents the department in interdisciplinary and organizational initiatives.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

All Dietitian Levels (Graduate, I, II, III) Bachelor’s degree or higher in nutrition or related field from an ACEND-accredited program. Preferred: Bilingual in English and Spanish. Graduate Dietitian or Clinical Dietitian Level I: Completion of ACEND-accredited Dietetic Internship. New graduate to 3 years experience. Level II: Minimum of 3 years (6,240 hours) of direct clinical nutrition care. Preferred: Master’s degree or specialty certification (e.g., CSP, CSPCC, RDN-AP). Preferred: Experience in specialized pediatric programs (e.g., NICU, oncology, feeding disorders). Level III: Minimum 6 years’ experience in nutrition care, education, counseling, private practice, community/public health, school system, long-term care or related field with valid NDTR credential or other professional designation. Preferred: Master’s degree or specialty certification (e.g., CSP, CSPCC, RDN-AP) preferred. Preferred: Experience in specialized pediatric programs (e.g., NICU, oncology, feeding disorders).

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

All Dietitian Levels (Graduate, I, II, III) must obtain: Food Manager/Food Safety Certification within 90 days of hire; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire; Valid, unrestricted driver’s license. Dietitian Graduate – Registration Eligible: Schedule first available CDR exam within 30 days of start date or upon receipt of Verification Statement. Pass the CDR credentialing exam and obtain Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) Certification within one (1) year of hire. State licensure by the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR), must obtain licensure within 30 days of receiving CDR credential. Failure to meet credentialing or licensure requirements within the specified timeframes may result in termination. Clinical Dietitian (Levels I, II, III): Current Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential through the CDR. Obtain Texas state licensure (TDLR) within 90 days of hire. Preferred for Level II or III: Advanced or specialty certification (e.g., RDN-AP, CSP, CSPCC).

Until all children are well. Driscoll Children’s Hospital and its specialty centers, urgent care centers, and after-hours facility serve a vast area covering 31 South Texas counties. The hospital is a 191-bed tertiary care center offering 32 medical and 13 surgical specialties. Combined with our non-profit, community-based Health Plan, Driscoll Health System is an exceptional workplace for anyone with a big heart and a drive for success. Smiles, hugs and a soothing touch are as much a part of Driscoll’s approach to treating children as is its advanced medical treatments and technologies. The core values at Driscoll Heath System are: Compassion, Advocacy, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. These values are exemplified through every position - from treating the most critical patients hands-on, to maintaining a clean environment, to keeping the organization running from behind the scenes. We invite you to learn about Driscoll’s rich history and explore the laidback lifestyle South Texas has to offer.