Dietitian I - Peds ID - FT

University of Florida; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida is seeking a Dietitian I to analyze nutrient intake, assess nutritional needs, and implement care plans for UF CARES and the Ryan White Jacksonville network.

The role involves patient education, care coordination, and collaboration with healthcare teams. Licensure per Florida Statutes is required; a Master’s degree is preferred and experience with HIV/AIDS is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, foods and nutrition or food service administration.
• Licenses in Dietitian in accordance with Chapter 468, Florida Statutes.
• Two years clinical experience in healthcare and/or HIV/AIDS population preferred.
• Master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor’s degree and two years of experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Performs nutrient intake analysis and develops care plans for UF CARES and Ryan White Jacksonville network.
• Assesses learning needs and provides individualized nutrition information to patients and families.
• Participates in discharge planning and care conferences; coordinates transitions of care.
• Counsels patients and/or support networks for special dietary needs.
• Collaborates with community resources and professional organizations to implement care plans.
• Documents nutrition information in the electronic medical record and maintains records.
• Acts as liaison between patients, families and clinical team to ensure quality service.
• Develops and updates nutritional education materials and presents health education programs.
• Attends staffing and hospital-wide meetings.

Skills

Clinical experience

HIV/AIDS care

Education

Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, foods and nutrition or food service administration

Florida Dietitian license (Chapter 468)

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Classification Title

Dietitian I

Job Description

• Performs nutrient intake analysis, assesses nutritional needs of patients, develops and implements nutritional care plans for Ryan White patients at UF CARES and within Ryan White Jacksonville network.
• Assesses learning needs and readiness of patients and families; provides individualized age-appropriate nutrition information to patients and families, ensuring comprehension and re-educating as needed.
• Participates in discharge planning or patient care/case conferences; follows-up on recommendations and care plans with team; coordinates and transitions care from inpatient to outpatient or outpatient to inpatient services; participates and develops pertinent nutrition related programs as needed.
• Provides for counseling of patients and/or their support network when special dietary needs indicate that explanations and/or instructions are needed.
• Consults and works with community resources, professional organizations and other agencies in implementing care plans.
• Documents nutrition information in the electronic medical record. Maintains all records and reports.
• Participates as a member of the healthcare team and acts as liaison between patients, families and the clinical team to ensure quality customer service.
• Assists with developing, updating, and revising of nutritional educational materials, including annual review of dietary manual. Develops and presents health education and promotion programs, including training workshops, conferences, and community presentations.
• Attends and participates in staffing, department and hospital-wide meetings.

Expected Salary

$52,000 to $65,000 annually, depending on education and experience.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in dietetics, foods and nutrition or food service administration, completion of American Dietetic Association approved dietetic education program. Licenses in Dietitian in accordance with Chapter 468, Florida Statutes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years clinical experience in a healthcare setting and/or with HIV/AIDS population preferred.
• Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience.

Eligibility and Background

Level II Background required.

Health Assessment Required: Yes

Equal Opportunity Employer

University of Florida is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit.