Clinical Dietitian I - Per Diem - Days - MHW

Memorial Healthcare • Pembroke Pines, FL

35d • Onsite

About The Position

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience. Summary: Under direct supervision, identifies patients at nutritional risk, plans and implements medical nutrition therapy for assigned populations.

Requirements

• Masters (Required)
• Dietitian/Nutritionist License (ND LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)
• Registered Dietitian CDR Certification (CDR) - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
• Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• No experience required.
• Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field.
• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required for those individuals that are registered or have established eligibility for the registration examination for dietitians on or before December 31, 2023.
• A minimum of a master’s degree is required for those seeking eligibility for the registration examination for dietitians for the first time, on or after January 1, 2024.
• Registered Dietitian CDR Certification or Registration Eligible, RDN and obtain registration and FL Dietitian/Nutritionist license within six (6) months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with physicians, nursing, pharmacy and other healthcare team members and departments to determine, coordinate, and provide medical nutrition therapy.
• Communicates plans of care with patients and their families when appropriate.
• Develops and provides patient education, training, consulting, and counseling services throughout the organization.
• Collaborates with the Food Service department to provide nutritionally appropriate menus, food options, and services for patients.
• Assesses patients nutritional status and needs.
• Develops and implements care plans, monitors patients' progress, and updates interventions.
• Completes thorough and timely documentation of patient sessions in the electronic health record.
• Performs nutrition focused physical examinations and collaborates with the physicians on malnutrition diagnoses when appropriate.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees