Registered Dietitian II

AdventHealth; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 32,662 - 60,738; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth in Orlando, FL seeks a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist to perform nutrition-focused assessments, review medical records, and evaluate patient nutrition status. You will identify risks and provide evidence-based interventions, counteracting malnutrition and supporting optimal health outcomes.

The role requires strong knowledge of nutrition services, medical nutrition therapy, and experience with electronic health record systems, with collaboration across interdisciplinary teams to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Master's degree is required or preferred as indicated.
• Strong knowledge of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition-focused assessments and review medical records.
• Identify nutrition risks and develop care plans.
• Provide nutrition interventions, counseling, and referrals.
• May perform enteral feeding procedures or indirect calorimetry.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Benefits

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Address

601 E ROLLINS ST, ORLANDO, FL 32803

Job Description

• Completes nutrition-focused physical assessments, takes measurements, reviews medical records, collects data via interviews, and evaluates anthropometric status.
• Evaluates assessment data to identify nutrition risks, nutrition problems, criteria consistent with malnutrition, knowledge deficits, and high-risk health behaviors.
• Offers nutrition interventions, orders, education, counseling, and referrals to other services.
• May place feeding tubes or perform indirect calorimetry studies.
• Provides counseling and education using evidence-based techniques that reflect appropriate health literacy and cultural sensitivity to patients with disease processes requiring nutritional management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and have good comprehension of conversational English
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy
• General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing, e-mail, and spreadsheet software
• Ability to search the web for nutrition research or practice updates and apply knowledge to updating reference materials, preparing for presentations, education, etc.
• Avails self to staff on units as the nutrition expert
• Performs Meal Test Trays 3 times per month (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
• Attends interdisciplinary meetings and rounds on assigned units as scheduled unless valid excuse demonstrated
• Attends assigned team and/or committee meetings unless valid excuse demonstrated
• Assists in regulatory survey preparation when applicable
• Reviews and/or updates department resource/reference materials when applicable or [Required]
• When confronted with barriers to meeting patient care standards, improves process by planning and implementing action steps
• Identifies specific patient or staff needs, initiates and develops educational or clinical materials then evaluates outcomes
• Assures that care delivered to each patient is in accordance with established standards
• Skill and knowledge in working with an electronic health record system
• Analyzes and interprets reliable assessment data to identify an actual occurrence, risk of, or potential for developing a nutrition problem
• Nutrition Diagnoses/Problems are included on the patient care plan and updated as more data becomes available, or signed off as applicable
• Provides appropriate intervention in accordance with the identified patient’s goals
• Identifies and follows through with potential complex discharge planning needs, intervenes early to promote timely attainment of goals
• Adheres to reassessment timeframe per standards
• Reassesses and updates nutrition care process and implement changes as indicated
• Complies with National Patient Safety Goals regarding abbreviation usage, patient identification
• Assessment, interventions, and procedures utilizing equipment are appropriate for the age group
• Understands indications for nutrition support therapy (both enteral and parenteral) and applies recommendations appropriately

Education

• Bachelor’s [Required]
• Master’s [Required]

Field Of Study

• of Divinity degree
• of Science in Spiritual Care or other graduate level degree (72-hour minimum) in theology, religion or related field

Work Experience

• 3+ experience in a clinical setting [Required]
• Didactic program with strong focus in clinical nutrition [Preferred]

Additional Information

• Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.

Licenses And Certifications

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) [Required]

Physical Requirements

(Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range

$23.71 - $44.09

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.