Clinical Dietitian - Pediatrics

Summary

Plan and provide Nutrition interventions that include consideration of specific age-related characteristics and needs related to physical development, motor control, communication, socialization, and safety. Assists in the coordination and integration of clinical nutrition services with other Lee Health departments, committees, and physicians. Manages the nutritional care of all patients including screening, assessment, intervention, and education.

Requirements

Education: Bachelors degree in Dietetics / Human Nutrition and Foods if RDN is obtained prior to 1/1/2024. Masters degree required if RDN is obtained on or after 1/1/2024.

Experience: Experience in clinical nutrition and or long-term care preferred. For pediatrics, pediatric experience is preferred.

Certification: N/A

License: Commission on Dietetic Registration Registered Dietitian (RD): Required.

May be RD Eligible to apply for position but must be RD before start date.

Florida Licensure (LD) through the Florida Department of Profession Regulations (DPR): Required and must obtain within 90 days of hire.

Certified Nutrition Support Specialist preferred. Certified Specialist in Pediatrics preferred for pediatric position.

Other: Working knowledge of principles of current clinical nutrition and patient care for all stages of the life cycle. Demonstrate ability to interface with system personnel and medical staff on issues of clinical nutrition and patient care.