Search jobs > Plantation, FL > Internship > Clinical dietitian

Pediatric Clinical Dietitian

Plantation Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Plantation, FL
Full-time

Plantation Nursing & Rehabilitation Center -

PLANTATION NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER

Job Description

Position : Pediatric Clinical Dietitian

Reports To : Administrator

Qualifications : RD Credentialing and active status through an accredited college or university

Education : Baccalaureate degree in food and nutrition, dietetics, nutritional sciences, or human nutrition. Completion of an accredited dietetic internship of 900 hours

Patient Care

Collects, analyzes, and summarizes relevant data from the patient and medical record, including :

  • Anthropometric and laboratory information
  • Appetite
  • Diet orders
  • Nutrition History
  • Medications
  • Medical concerns, Diagnosis
  • Interprets lab values and estimates nutrient requirements based on :

Medical condition

Level of activity

Analyzes subjective and objective information to define nutrition problems and goals

Completes comprehensive patient nutritional assessments, addressing previously identified nutrition-related problems. Documents all aspects of patient nutritional services in the patient medical record, following facility / department policy guidelines and governing body standards .

Evaluate the appropriateness of enteral nutritional support, including energy, protein, and adequacy of fluid provisions, making necessary recommendations in a timely and professional manner.

Conducts patient education with the patient and family as needed and evaluates the effectiveness of counseling based on objective information.

Evaluate the diet prescription relative to Diagnosis and recommend changes as appropriate

Leadership Tasks

  • Updates and develops nutritional information relevant to current practice theory (e.g., guidelines for care, diet manual revisions, and reference materials)
  • Assists in the review and revision of policies and procedures relative to the nutrition care process, as directed by the supervisor
  • Assists director in performance improvement initiative, as requested
  • Revises and creates educational materials as necessary.
  • Continually studies emerging trends and new research related to the practice of dietetics.
  • Regularly educates the diet Food Service Workers on pertinent topics related to human nutrition.
  • Communicates changes and additions in nourishment provisions, patient food allergies, and patient food preferences to Food Services Workers and Food Service Director
  • Attends all mandatory in-services and staff meetings

Complete responsibilities and directions given by the Administrator

30+ days ago
Related jobs
Plantation Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Plantation, Florida

Position: Pediatric Clinical Dietitian. ...

Promoted
Wellpath
Pembroke Pines, Florida

You Matter• Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture• Excellent career growth opportunitiesJoin us and find a career that supports:• Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients• Diversity, equity, incl...

Promoted
Petco Health and Wellness Company, Inc.
FL, United States

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you. Our core values ca Cashier, Stocker, Pet Care, Operations, High Scho...

Promoted
HC&N Healthcare Solutions
FL, United States

A nursing home is seeking a talented Registered Dietitian (RD) to join their team. Must be a Registered Dietitian. ...

Promoted
Healthcare Services Group
FL, United States

Join the largest network of Registered Dietitians. Healthcare Services Group (HCSG), a leader in the long-term care market, is seeking a FULL-TIME Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD, RDN) to work in your area. Learn more about the role of Registered Dietitians in long-term care facilities from an...

Promoted
Jupiter Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
FL, United States

This position is responsible for the advanced nutrition of residents.Responsible to manage the nutrition of short term, long term, hospice, and feeding tube residents.RD is expected to review, develop, implement and monitor procedures and current practices of advanced nutrition.QAPI to present at th...

Promoted
Fresenius Medical Care North America
FL, United States

The Clinical Manager assigns and closely monitors all Dietetic Intern assignments with direct supervision from a Registered Dietitian based on the agreed education plan. The student intern functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing medical nutrition therapy for patients under th...

Promoted
Tiello
Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Florice, as well as oversee internal projects, and design staff with day-to-day aspects of projects assigned. Job Title: Senior Project Manager (Heavy Civil). Project Types: Municipal, Site Development, Utilities (water, sewer, and storm), and Government projects. Must have proven experience in the ...

Promoted
University of Miami
FL, United States

The Clinical Dietitian coordinates, plans, and conducts programs to educate patients about nutrition. Additionally, the Clinical Dietitian administers medical nutrition therapy and provides advice to food service operations for assigned facilities. Registered Dietitian (RDN/LDN). ...

Promoted
Cleveland Clinic
Weston, Florida

Registered Dietitian - Outpatient Executive HealthJoin Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital's team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. Patients spend most of the time with their Executive Health physician...