Dietitian I - Peds ID - PT

University of Florida; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida in Jacksonville seeks a Dietitian I to assess patient nutritional needs, develop care plans, and deliver individualized nutrition education within UF CARES and the Ryan White Jacksonville network.

You will participate in discharge planning, counsel patients and families, coordinate care transitions, and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure quality service. Background includes a BS in dietetics and Florida licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in dietetics or foods and nutrition and ADA-approved dietetics program.
• Licensed as a Dietitian in Florida (Chapter 468).

Responsibilities

• Analyze nutrient intake and assess nutritional needs for UF CARES and Ryan White Jacksonville network.
• Provide individualized nutrition information to patients and families.
• Participate in discharge planning and care transitions between inpatient and outpatient services.
• Counsel patients and/or support networks for special dietary needs.
• Collaborate with community resources and professional organizations on care plans.
• Document nutrition information in the EMR and maintain records.
• Assist in developing nutrition education materials and programs.
• Attend staffing and department meetings.

Skills

Nutritional assessment

Patient counseling

Care coordination

Health education

Education

Bachelor's in dietetics

Florida Dietitian license (468)

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 the 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 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 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

$45,000 to $65,000 pro-rated based on FTE

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in dietetics, foods and nutrition or food service administration, completion of American Dietetic Association approved dietetic education program.
• Licensed as a 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.

Background Requirements

• Level II Background required.

Health Assessment Required

Yes

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.

This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.