NICU DIETITIAN

Compass Healthcare; Bakersfield (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education reimbursement

Career-advancement programs

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible paid time off

Job summary

Compass Healthcare in Bakersfield, CA is hiring a NICU Dietitian at Kern Medical Hospital. The role involves providing medical nutrition therapy in an acute-care setting and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes. Candidates must be a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist or eligible for the CDR exam and be licensed to practice in California. Benefits include education reimbursement, health coverage, and flexible paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or eligible for CDR exam.
• Willingness to obtain licensure in California is required.
• Healthcare experience preferred; new graduates with strong clinical training encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Provide nutrition and lifestyle guidance to patients, families, staff, and the community.
• Apply evidence-based practices and stay current with diet manuals.
• Contribute to QAPI initiatives to advance patient care.
• Collaborate with food-service management to enhance patient satisfaction.
• Mentor dietetic interns through education and training.

Skills

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

Clinical training

Nutritional assessments

Mentorship

Education

Licensed Dietitian in California

Job description

Morrison Healthcare in Bakersfield, CA, is hiring a NICU Dietitian at Kern Medical Hospital, an acute‑care trauma facility.

Schedule: Monday‑Friday with rotating weekends. Semi‑remote flexibility (four onsite days, one remote day).

Salary: $80,000–$95,000, or based on experience, plus relocation assistance.

Job Summary

Provide medical nutrition therapy and education in an acute‑care setting, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes through evidence‑based nutrition care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Provide nutrition and lifestyle guidance to patients, families, staff, and the community.
• Apply evidence‑based practices, staying current with diet manuals, company policies and facility protocols.
• Contribute to QAPI initiatives to advance patient care and clinical excellence.
• Collaborate with food‑service management to achieve patient satisfaction and service goals.
• Mentor staff and dietetic interns through education and training.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or CDR exam eligible.
• Licensed Dietitian in the state of practice, or willing to obtain licensure.
• Healthcare experience preferred; new graduates with strong clinical training encouraged.

Benefits

• Education reimbursement and CEU support.
• Career‑advancement and leadership‑development programs.
• Board‑certification financial rewards.
• Relocation assistance for moves over 50 miles.
• Professional membership dues covered.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage for employee and family.
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Flexible paid time off, paid parental leave, and personal leave.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness perks.

Important Information

Compass Group is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. The position may require Florida Level 2 background screening.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Compass Group maintains a drug‑free workplace.