Clinical Dietitian II - Endocrinology

St. Christopher's Hospital for Children - Tower Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

St. Christopher's Hospital for Children invites a pediatric Clinical Registered Dietitian (RD) to join the Endocrinology team.

You will provide medical nutrition therapy for pediatric patients in hospital and outpatient settings, perform nutrition assessments, and participate in diabetes management and nutrition support protocols. The position emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, EMR order entry, and ongoing staff education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition with RD credential (CDR) and PA licensure (LDN).
• Two years related paid clinical experience in pediatrics; diabetes management preferred.
• Specialty CNSC certification required or obtained within 12 months of hire.
• Board certification in Diabetes Education (CDE or CDCES) preferred. All credentials, PDP and licensure must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments and diagnose nutrition-related problems.
• Implement targeted interventions and monitor outcomes via the Nutrition Care Process.
• Participate in EMR order entry for nutrition support and education programs.
• Contribute to performance improvement and outcome research activities.
• Support ongoing professional development and learning environment.

Skills

Pediatric nutrition expertise

Diabetes management

EMR order entry proficiency

Excellent communications skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition with RD credential (CDR) and PA licensure (LDN)

Tools

Epic Proficiency

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Department of Endocrinology at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children is seeking a pediatric Clinical Registered Dietitian (RD) to provide medical nutrition therapy for pediatric patients in both the hospital and outpatient clinic settings.

The Clinical Dietitian II will perform comprehensive nutrition assessments, diagnose nutrition-related problems, determine and implement appropriate targeted interventions and monitor and evaluate outcomes utilizing the Nutrition Care Process. The Clinical Dietitian II may have medical nutrition order writing privileges and may participate in EMR order entry for oral nutrition supplements, modular, oral diets, tube feedings (enteral nutrition) and intravenous feedings (parenteral nutrition) per the Clinical Registered Dietitian Medical Nutrition Therapy Order Management Protocol. The Clinical Dietitian II participates in on-going education programs for hospital staff, community, parent groups and professional organizations. Participates in performance improvement and outcome research activities. Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment.

The Clinical Dietitian II demonstrates strong clinical nutrition knowledge in complex areas of pediatric nutrition and pediatric diabetes disease management. The Clinical Dietitian II will provide patients with ongoing nutrition assessment and outcome-oriented nutrition counseling as necessary to assist patients in achieving and maintaining optimal diabetes management. The Clinical Dietitian II will report directly to the Director of Clinical Nutrition.

Skills & Abilities:

Demonstrates the ability to work with various members of multidisciplinary teams as well as with other employees throughout the organization. Strong knowledge and application of medical nutrition therapy principles (pediatric experience required) as they relate to education and counseling for patients with diabetes. Knowledge with insulin pens, continuous glucose monitors and insulin pumps. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to patients and families, medical staff and physicians. Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units. Ability to counsel and educate others. Understands the scientific rationale and application of, as well as the basic nutritional content, sources and use of commercial oral supplements, tube feedings, infant formulas, intravenous feedings and feeding modules (carbohydrate, protein, fat, vitamins and minerals). Understands the scientific rationale of diabetes management as it relates to carbohydrate counting and insulin dosing. General knowledge of Word Microsoft Office, Power Point, Excel, EMR.

BENEFITS

• Generous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive benefits
• Instant access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay, ensuring financial flexibility and convenience
• Employee Assistance Program, Retirement Savings Program, Life Insurance, and more!

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Registered Dietitian (RD) credentialed from the Committee on Dietetic Registration (CDR), Licensure in the state of Pennsylvania (LDN).

Experience

Two years related paid clinical experience required as a Clinical Registered Dietitian with pediatric experience strongly preferred, diabetes management required.

Certification and Licensure

• Registered Dietitian (RD) credentialed. Pennsylvania State Licensure (LDN).
• Specialty certification CNSC required or obtained within 12 months of hire.
• Board certification in Diabetes Education (CDE or CDCES) preferred. All credentials, PDP and licensure must be maintained.

Required Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Change Management
• Collaborative Skills
• Computer Skills to include use and navigation
• Customer Service Skills
• Detail Oriented
• Epic Proficiency
• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Good Reasoning Skills
• Listening Skills
• Medical Terminology
• Microsoft Office Applications
• Multitasking
• Organizational Skills
• Prepare & Give Presentations
• Problem Solving Skills
• Project Management Skills
• Strategic Thinking
• Strong Team Player

About St. Christopher's Hospital for Children

St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties.

St. Christopher's is a Magnet designated hospital and was recognized as a Women’s Choice Award Best Children’s Hospital.

In addition to its main location in Philadelphia, the hospital has a growing network of primary and specialty care locations throughout the Philadelphia suburbs and New Jersey so your child's health conditions can be treated close to home. Discover why our hospital is a great place to work—take a virtual tour of our facility here: St. Chris Hospital Tour

About the Organization

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.