Clinical Dietitian

Clinical Dietitian

Part-Time (20-hours per week)

Your experience matters:

North Florida Rehabilitation Hospital is a state-of-the-art, 50-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have experienced the debilitating effects of a severe injury or illness. Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, individualized rehabilitation tailored to the specific needs of those recovering from a stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.

North Florida Rehabilitation Hospital strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs.

How you'll contribute:

Dietician approves menus including modified diets, provides nutritional assessments for patients as needed, and provides counsel to patients and their families on dietary plans, food selections, preparation, and nutritional principles. The Dietician monitors the performance improvement plans of the Dietary Services department and provides input in the development and implementation of patient care plans in relation to nutritional needs.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Consult with patients and family members concerning dietary needs and goals. May instruct patients and/or families regarding diet therapy programs.

• Coordinate the Dietary Services Department with JCAHO standards for food service and assist the Dietary Manager as needed.

• Plan modified diets for patients as requested by attending physician/licensed practitioner. Communicate with the Dietary team in a timely manner.

• Perform nutritional assessments in a timely manner. Monitor and document patient care on therapeutic diets.

• Review patients' charts to determine need for nutritional assessments. Document patient charts with nutritional planning, and update as changes in nutritional needs occur.

What we offer:

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications and requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Requires a minimum of three (3) years dietary experience in a health care facility, with concentration in nutritional in nutritional assessment and planning.
• Current Registration with the American Dietetic Association (RD or RDN) or similar organization and licensure per state of practice required

EEOC Statement

North Florida Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. North Florida Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.