Registered Dietitian

Sapphire Shores Health and Rehab; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sapphire Shores Health and Rehab in Florida is seeking a seasoned Registered Dietitian to promote optimal nutrition for our geriatric patient population. You will develop personalized care plans, provide nutrition counseling, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and therapists to coordinate care.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, MNT-based plans, weight management, documentation in EHR, and supervising dietetic interns while upholding Florida AHCA background screening

Qualifications

• RD credential required from an accredited program and current licensure as needed by state law.
• Proven experience in clinical nutrition settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, or outpatient clinics.
• Strong knowledge of physiology, MNT, and dietary management for geriatrics, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and tube feeding.
• Experience with health coaching, client communication, and motivational interviewing to support behavior change.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to evaluate nutritional status and needs.
• Develop individualized care plans incorporating MNT, weight management, and chronic disease strategies.
• Provide nutrition counseling using motivational interviewing to support behavior change.
• Manage clinical nutrition support including tube feeding and dietary modifications.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Document all interactions and care plans in the EHR system.
• Supervise dietetic interns or junior staff while adhering to regulatory standards.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

Motivational interviewing

Health coaching

Client communication

Education

Registered Dietitian (RD) credential

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

At Sapphire Shores Health and Rehab, our mission is to create a place where patients, families, and staff feel respected, supported, and truly cared for. We focus on individuality, dignity, and delivering care with integrity.

Join Our Dynamic Healthcare Team

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Dietitian to join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals. As a Registered Dietitian at Sapphire Shores Health and Rehab, you will play a vital role in promoting optimal nutrition and health outcomes for our geriatric patient population. Whether working full-time or part-time, you will leverage your expertise to develop personalized care plans, provide nutrition counseling, and collaborate closely with healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to evaluate nutritional status and identify specific dietary needs.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans that incorporate medical nutrition therapy (MNT), weight management, and chronic disease management strategies.
• Provide expert nutrition counseling using motivational interviewing techniques to motivate behavioral change and improve health outcomes.
• Manage clinical nutrition support including tube feeding, dietary modifications, and specialized nutritional interventions.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and optimize treatment plans.
• Document all patient interactions, assessments, and care plans accurately within electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Supervise dietetic interns or junior staff members while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.

Requirements:

• Registered Dietitian (RD) credential from an accredited program with current licensure or certification as required by state law.
• Proven experience working in clinical nutrition settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, or outpatient clinics.
• Strong knowledge of physiology, medical nutrition therapy (MNT), and dietary management for various conditions including geriatrics, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and tube feeding.
• Demonstrated skills in health coaching, client communication, and motivational interviewing to support behavior change.
• Experience with EMR/EHR systems for documentation and patient record management.
• Supervisory experience preferred, especially in dietary departments or clinical settings involving staff or student supervision.

Florida Background Screening Requirement:

This position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Clearinghouse in accordance with Florida law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required background screening.

Join Our Team:

Sapphire Shores Health and Rehab is dedicated to fostering a supportive environment where your expertise can thrive while making a lasting impact on the health of our community members.