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If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Provides nutritional care and education to medical and surgical patients with obesity and diabetes. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Provides nutritional care and education to medical and surgical patients with obesity and diabetes. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you will do Provides the Nutrition Care Process. Implements plan of care and works collaboratively. Counsels, educates, and communicates with patients and caregivers appropriately. Demonstrates professional development and leadership. Demonstrates performance measurement and quality improvement. Education/Formal Training Requirements Bachelor's Degree Dietetics Bachelor's Degree Food and Nutrition Master's Degree Dietetics Master's Degree Food and Nutrition Work Experience Requirements 1-3 years Registered dietitian required for Dialysis only. Licenses and Certifications Requirements Dietitian/Nutritionist Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health or Dietitian/Nutritionist Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Dietitians/Nutritionist Examiners required Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist - Commission on Dietetic Registration required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps of the process. Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy. Critical thinking to integrate facts, informed opinions, active listening, and observations. Decision making, problem solving, and collaboration skills. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form to patients, public, hospital and medical staff, and physicians Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units. Ability to counsel and educate others. General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing, and spreadsheet software. Supervision Provided by this Position There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. Physical Demands The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Provides nutritional care and education to medical and surgical patients with obesity and diabetes. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Provides nutritional care and education to medical and surgical patients with obesity and diabetes. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you will do Provides the Nutrition Care Process. Implements plan of care and works collaboratively. Counsels, educates, and communicates with patients and caregivers appropriately. Demonstrates professional development and leadership. Demonstrates performance measurement and quality improvement. Education/Formal Training Requirements Bachelor's Degree Dietetics Bachelor's Degree Food and Nutrition Master's Degree Dietetics Master's Degree Food and Nutrition Work Experience Requirements 1-3 years Registered dietitian required for Dialysis only. Licenses and Certifications Requirements Dietitian/Nutritionist Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health or Dietitian/Nutritionist Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Dietitians/Nutritionist Examiners required Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist - Commission on Dietetic Registration required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps of the process. Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy. Critical thinking to integrate facts, informed opinions, active listening, and observations. Decision making, problem solving, and collaboration skills. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form to patients, public, hospital and medical staff, and physicians Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units. Ability to counsel and educate others. General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing, and spreadsheet software. Supervision Provided by this Position There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. Physical Demands The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. The Registered Dietitian/Internal Agency is a temporary full time assignment. Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview The Registered Dietitian/Internal Agency is a temporary full time assignment. Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you will do Provides the Nutrition Care Process. Formulates and implements medical nutrition therapy plan of care. Documents in accordance with policy, procedure, and clinical practice guidelines. Screens, triages, and prioritizes medical nutrition therapy consults. Completes nutrition assessments and identifies nutrition diagnosis/problem(s). Identifies and integrates trends in anthropometic indices and biochemical data, implications of diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures, and nutrition focused physical findings to evaluate nutritional status. Monitors and evaluates patients responses to the medical nutrition therapy plan of care and adjusts interventions to maximixe therapy. Implements plan of care and works collaboratively with foodservice staff to assure conformance and continuation of nutrition plan of care. Functions as an integral member of the clinical interdisciplinary team and the Nutrition Therapy team. Identifies goals and provides age-specific, culturally appropriate nutrition counseling and education to patients and their families/caregivers. Uses evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines and appropriate instructional methods and tools. Documents in medical record patient's comprehension and anticipated compliance with nutrition guidelines in measurable terms. Completes Ad Hoc charting for in-patient. Demonstrates professional development and leadership. Demonstrates performance measurement and quality improvement. Performs other job functions as assigned or requested. Education Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Dietetics Bachelor's Degree Food and Nutrition Experience Qualifications 1-3 years Registered dietitian Dialysis only: 1-3 years A Master's degree may be substituted for one year of experience. Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps of the process. Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy. Critical thinking to integrate facts, informed opinions, active listening, and observations. Decision making, problem solving, and collaboration skills. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form to patients, public, hospital and medical staff, and physicians Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units. Ability to counsel and educate others. General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing, and spreadsheet software. Licenses and Certifications Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist - Commission on Dietetic Registration Dietitian/Nutritionist Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Dietitians/Nutritionist Examiners Dietitian/Nutritionist Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health Supervision Provided by this Position There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. Physical Demands The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you will do Provides the Nutrition Care Process. Formulates and implements pediatric specialty medical nutrition therapy plan of care. Documents in accordance with policy, procedure, and clinical practice guidelines. Understands and documents face to face and telehealth charging practices with subsequent input into the electronic charging system. Screens, triages, and prioritizes medical nutrition therapy consults for all age groups (neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescent, and adult.) Completes nutrition assessments and identifies nutrition diagnosis/problem(s). Identifies and documents differing malnutrition indicators in the following groups: neonates, pediatrics, and adults. Monitors formula orders and calculates special recipes with or without additives for milk tech staff. Identifies and integrates trends in anthropometic indices and biochemical data, implications of diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures. Performs pediatric nutrition focused physical findings to evaluate nutritional status throughout the lifecycle. Performs and ensures proper athropometric data and proper measuring techniques, including pediatric specific head circumference, segmental length, and recumbent length, and applies values to appropriate growth charts. Serves as resource for multidisciplinary team on proper anthropometric measuring techniques and equipment. Performs increased frequency of monitoring and adjusts pediatric plan of care, as pediatric patients can become malnourished quickly. Implements nutrition plan of care and works collaboratively with foodservice staff and milk techs to ensure conformance and continuation of said plan. Functions as an integral member of the clinical interdisciplinary team and the Nutrition Therapy team. Navigates wide network of pediatric formulas and additives and the corresponding companies to ensure tolerance and availability and patients fincial resources. Works with case management and social work to identify available resources for formula supplies between WIC, insurance, and community programs. Documents need for each resource, how much will come from each resource, and assists with document completion for insurance, DME and community resource formula coverages. Identifies goals and provides age-specific, culturally appropriate nutrition counseling and education to patients and their families/caregivers throughout the lifecycle. Uses evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines and appropriate instructional methods and tools based on appropriate age groups. Documents in medical record patient's and/or caregiver comprehension and anticipated compliance with nutrition guidelines in measurable terms. Completes Ad Hoc charting for in-patient. Calculates special formula recipes for home and modifies as needed. Completes education with pt/caregivers, and documents formula education in the EMR. Monitors, trouble shoots, and communicates outpatient issues and nutrition plan of care in EMR messaging when patients are between outpatient appointments and/or inpatient admissions. Demonstrates professional development and leadership. Demonstrates performance measurement and quality improvement. Performs other job functions as assigned or requested. Education/Formal Training Requirements Bachelor's Degree Dietetics Master's Degree Dietetics Work Experience Requirements 1-3 years experience as a registered dietitian. Licenses and Certifications Requirements Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist - Commission on Dietetic Registration Licensed as a Dietitian/Nutritionist in the state where work is performed Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps of the process. Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy, specifically related to pediatrics. Comprehensive knowledge, application, and advancement of formularies for preterm, infant, preschool, school age, adolescent, adult, and metabolic and other disease specialty formulas Complex understanding and application of growth velocity and estimated needs for multiple age groups (premature, toddler, preschool, school age, adolescent, and adult) with differing growth rates to maximize medical nutrition therapy plan of care. Critical thinking to integrate facts, informed opinions, active listening, and observations. Decision making, problem solving, and collaboration skills. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form to patients, public, hospital and medical staff, and physicians. Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units. Ability to counsel and educate others. General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing, and spreadsheet software. Supervision Provided by this Position There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. Physical Demands The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. The Registered Dietitian/Internal Agency is a temporary full time assignment. Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview The Registered Dietitian/Internal Agency is a temporary full time assignment. Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you will do Provides the Nutrition Care Process. Formulates and implements medical nutrition therapy plan of care. Documents in accordance with policy, procedure, and clinical practice guidelines. Screens, triages, and prioritizes medical nutrition therapy consults. Completes nutrition assessments and identifies nutrition diagnosis/problem(s). Identifies and integrates trends in anthropometic indices and biochemical data, implications of diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures, and nutrition focused physical findings to evaluate nutritional status. Monitors and evaluates patients responses to the medical nutrition therapy plan of care and adjusts interventions to maximixe therapy. Implements plan of care and works collaboratively with foodservice staff to assure conformance and continuation of nutrition plan of care. Functions as an integral member of the clinical interdisciplinary team and the Nutrition Therapy team. Identifies goals and provides age-specific, culturally appropriate nutrition counseling and education to patients and their families/caregivers. Uses evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines and appropriate instructional methods and tools. Documents in medical record patient's comprehension and anticipated compliance with nutrition guidelines in measurable terms. Completes Ad Hoc charting for in-patient. Demonstrates professional development and leadership. Demonstrates performance measurement and quality improvement. Performs other job functions as assigned or requested. Education Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Dietetics Bachelor's Degree Food and Nutrition Experience Qualifications 1-3 years Registered dietitian Dialysis only: 1-3 years A Master's degree may be substituted for one year of experience. Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps of the process. Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy. Critical thinking to integrate facts, informed opinions, active listening, and observations. Decision making, problem solving, and collaboration skills. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form to patients, public, hospital and medical staff, and physicians Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units. Ability to counsel and educate others. General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing, and spreadsheet software. Licenses and Certifications Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist - Commission on Dietetic Registration Dietitian/Nutritionist Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Dietitians/Nutritionist Examiners Dietitian/Nutritionist Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health Supervision Provided by this Position There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. Physical Demands The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you will do Provides the Nutrition Care Process. Formulates and implements pediatric specialty medical nutrition therapy plan of care. Documents in accordance with policy, procedure, and clinical practice guidelines. Understands and documents face to face and telehealth charging practices with subsequent input into the electronic charging system. Screens, triages, and prioritizes medical nutrition therapy consults for all age groups (neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescent, and adult.) Completes nutrition assessments and identifies nutrition diagnosis/problem(s). Identifies and documents differing malnutrition indicators in the following groups: neonates, pediatrics, and adults. Monitors formula orders and calculates special recipes with or without additives for milk tech staff. Identifies and integrates trends in anthropometic indices and biochemical data, implications of diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures. Performs pediatric nutrition focused physical findings to evaluate nutritional status throughout the lifecycle. Performs and ensures proper athropometric data and proper measuring techniques, including pediatric specific head circumference, segmental length, and recumbent length, and applies values to appropriate growth charts. Serves as resource for multidisciplinary team on proper anthropometric measuring techniques and equipment. Performs increased frequency of monitoring and adjusts pediatric plan of care, as pediatric patients can become malnourished quickly. Implements nutrition plan of care and works collaboratively with foodservice staff and milk techs to ensure conformance and continuation of said plan. Functions as an integral member of the clinical interdisciplinary team and the Nutrition Therapy team. Navigates wide network of pediatric formulas and additives and the corresponding companies to ensure tolerance and availability and patients fincial resources. Works with case management and social work to identify available resources for formula supplies between WIC, insurance, and community programs. Documents need for each resource, how much will come from each resource, and assists with document completion for insurance, DME and community resource formula coverages. Identifies goals and provides age-specific, culturally appropriate nutrition counseling and education to patients and their families/caregivers throughout the lifecycle. Uses evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines and appropriate instructional methods and tools based on appropriate age groups. Documents in medical record patient's and/or caregiver comprehension and anticipated compliance with nutrition guidelines in measurable terms. Completes Ad Hoc charting for in-patient. Calculates special formula recipes for home and modifies as needed. Completes education with pt/caregivers, and documents formula education in the EMR. Monitors, trouble shoots, and communicates outpatient issues and nutrition plan of care in EMR messaging when patients are between outpatient appointments and/or inpatient admissions. Demonstrates professional development and leadership. Demonstrates performance measurement and quality improvement. Performs other job functions as assigned or requested. Education/Formal Training Requirements Bachelor's Degree Dietetics Master's Degree Dietetics Work Experience Requirements 1-3 years experience as a registered dietitian. Licenses and Certifications Requirements Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist - Commission on Dietetic Registration Licensed as a Dietitian/Nutritionist in the state where work is performed Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps of the process. Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy, specifically related to pediatrics. Comprehensive knowledge, application, and advancement of formularies for preterm, infant, preschool, school age, adolescent, adult, and metabolic and other disease specialty formulas Complex understanding and application of growth velocity and estimated needs for multiple age groups (premature, toddler, preschool, school age, adolescent, and adult) with differing growth rates to maximize medical nutrition therapy plan of care. Critical thinking to integrate facts, informed opinions, active listening, and observations. Decision making, problem solving, and collaboration skills. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form to patients, public, hospital and medical staff, and physicians. Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units. Ability to counsel and educate others. General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing, and spreadsheet software. Supervision Provided by this Position There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. Physical Demands The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you will do Provides the Nutrition Care Process. Formulates and implements pediatric specialty medical nutrition therapy plan of care. Documents in accordance with policy, procedure, and clinical practice guidelines. Understands and documents face to face and telehealth charging practices with subsequent input into the electronic charging system. Screens, triages, and prioritizes medical nutrition therapy consults for all age groups (neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescent, and adult.) Completes nutrition assessments and identifies nutrition diagnosis/problem(s). Identifies and documents differing malnutrition indicators in the following groups: neonates, pediatrics, and adults. Monitors formula orders and calculates special recipes with or without additives for milk tech staff. Identifies and integrates trends in anthropometic indices and biochemical data, implications of diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures. Performs pediatric nutrition focused physical findings to evaluate nutritional status throughout the lifecycle. Performs and ensures proper athropometric data and proper measuring techniques, including pediatric specific head circumference, segmental length, and recumbent length, and applies values to appropriate growth charts. Serves as resource for multidisciplinary team on proper anthropometric measuring techniques and equipment. Performs increased frequency of monitoring and adjusts pediatric plan of care, as pediatric patients can become malnourished quickly. Implements nutrition plan of care and works collaboratively with foodservice staff and milk techs to ensure conformance and continuation of said plan. Functions as an integral member of the clinical interdisciplinary team and the Nutrition Therapy team. Navigates wide network of pediatric formulas and additives and the corresponding companies to ensure tolerance and availability and patients fincial resources. Works with case management and social work to identify available resources for formula supplies between WIC, insurance, and community programs. Documents need for each resource, how much will come from each resource, and assists with document completion for insurance, DME and community resource formula coverages. Identifies goals and provides age-specific, culturally appropriate nutrition counseling and education to patients and their families/caregivers throughout the lifecycle. Uses evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines and appropriate instructional methods and tools based on appropriate age groups. Documents in medical record patient's and/or caregiver comprehension and anticipated compliance with nutrition guidelines in measurable terms. Completes Ad Hoc charting for in-patient. Calculates special formula recipes for home and modifies as needed. Completes education with pt/caregivers, and documents formula education in the EMR. Monitors, trouble shoots, and communicates outpatient issues and nutrition plan of care in EMR messaging when patients are between outpatient appointments and/or inpatient admissions. Demonstrates professional development and leadership. Demonstrates performance measurement and quality improvement. Performs other job functions as assigned or requested. Education/Formal Training Requirements Bachelor's Degree Dietetics Master's Degree Dietetics Work Experience Requirements 1-3 years experience as a registered dietitian. Licenses and Certifications Requirements Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist - Commission on Dietetic Registration Licensed as a Dietitian/Nutritionist in the state where work is performed Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps of the process. Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy, specifically related to pediatrics. Comprehensive knowledge, application, and advancement of formularies for preterm, infant, preschool, school age, adolescent, adult, and metabolic and other disease specialty formulas Complex understanding and application of growth velocity and estimated needs for multiple age groups (premature, toddler, preschool, school age, adolescent, and adult) with differing growth rates to maximize medical nutrition therapy plan of care. Critical thinking to integrate facts, informed opinions, active listening, and observations. Decision making, problem solving, and collaboration skills. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form to patients, public, hospital and medical staff, and physicians. Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units. Ability to counsel and educate others. General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing, and spreadsheet software. Supervision Provided by this Position There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. Physical Demands The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you will do Provides the Nutrition Care Process. Formulates and implements pediatric specialty medical nutrition therapy plan of care. Documents in accordance with policy, procedure, and clinical practice guidelines. Understands and documents face to face and telehealth charging practices with subsequent input into the electronic charging system. Screens, triages, and prioritizes medical nutrition therapy consults for all age groups (neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescent, and adult.) Completes nutrition assessments and identifies nutrition diagnosis/problem(s). Identifies and documents differing malnutrition indicators in the following groups: neonates, pediatrics, and adults. Monitors formula orders and calculates special recipes with or without additives for milk tech staff. Identifies and integrates trends in anthropometic indices and biochemical data, implications of diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures. Performs pediatric nutrition focused physical findings to evaluate nutritional status throughout the lifecycle. Performs and ensures proper athropometric data and proper measuring techniques, including pediatric specific head circumference, segmental length, and recumbent length, and applies values to appropriate growth charts. Serves as resource for multidisciplinary team on proper anthropometric measuring techniques and equipment. Performs increased frequency of monitoring and adjusts pediatric plan of care, as pediatric patients can become malnourished quickly. Implements nutrition plan of care and works collaboratively with foodservice staff and milk techs to ensure conformance and continuation of said plan. Functions as an integral member of the clinical interdisciplinary team and the Nutrition Therapy team. Navigates wide network of pediatric formulas and additives and the corresponding companies to ensure tolerance and availability and patients fincial resources. Works with case management and social work to identify available resources for formula supplies between WIC, insurance, and community programs. Documents need for each resource, how much will come from each resource, and assists with document completion for insurance, DME and community resource formula coverages. Identifies goals and provides age-specific, culturally appropriate nutrition counseling and education to patients and their families/caregivers throughout the lifecycle. Uses evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines and appropriate instructional methods and tools based on appropriate age groups. Documents in medical record patient's and/or caregiver comprehension and anticipated compliance with nutrition guidelines in measurable terms. Completes Ad Hoc charting for in-patient. Calculates special formula recipes for home and modifies as needed. Completes education with pt/caregivers, and documents formula education in the EMR. Monitors, trouble shoots, and communicates outpatient issues and nutrition plan of care in EMR messaging when patients are between outpatient appointments and/or inpatient admissions. Demonstrates professional development and leadership. Demonstrates performance measurement and quality improvement. Performs other job functions as assigned or requested. Education/Formal Training Requirements Bachelor's Degree Dietetics Master's Degree Dietetics Work Experience Requirements 1-3 years experience as a registered dietitian. Licenses and Certifications Requirements Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist - Commission on Dietetic Registration Licensed as a Dietitian/Nutritionist in the state where work is performed Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps of the process. Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy, specifically related to pediatrics. Comprehensive knowledge, application, and advancement of formularies for preterm, infant, preschool, school age, adolescent, adult, and metabolic and other disease specialty formulas Complex understanding and application of growth velocity and estimated needs for multiple age groups (premature, toddler, preschool, school age, adolescent, and adult) with differing growth rates to maximize medical nutrition therapy plan of care. Critical thinking to integrate facts, informed opinions, active listening, and observations. Decision making, problem solving, and collaboration skills. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form to patients, public, hospital and medical staff, and physicians. Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units. Ability to counsel and educate others. General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing, and spreadsheet software. Supervision Provided by this Position There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. Physical Demands The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you will do Provides the Nutrition Care Process. Formulates and implements pediatric specialty medical nutrition therapy plan of care. Documents in accordance with policy, procedure, and clinical practice guidelines. Understands and documents face to face and telehealth charging practices with subsequent input into the electronic charging system. Screens, triages, and prioritizes medical nutrition therapy consults for all age groups (neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescent, and adult.) Completes nutrition assessments and identifies nutrition diagnosis/problem(s). Identifies and documents differing malnutrition indicators in the following groups: neonates, pediatrics, and adults. Monitors formula orders and calculates special recipes with or without additives for milk tech staff. Identifies and integrates trends in anthropometic indices and biochemical data, implications of diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures. Performs pediatric nutrition focused physical findings to evaluate nutritional status throughout the lifecycle. Performs and ensures proper athropometric data and proper measuring techniques, including pediatric specific head circumference, segmental length, and recumbent length, and applies values to appropriate growth charts. Serves as resource for multidisciplinary team on proper anthropometric measuring techniques and equipment. Performs increased frequency of monitoring and adjusts pediatric plan of care, as pediatric patients can become malnourished quickly. Implements nutrition plan of care and works collaboratively with foodservice staff and milk techs to ensure conformance and continuation of said plan. Functions as an integral member of the clinical interdisciplinary team and the Nutrition Therapy team. Navigates wide network of pediatric formulas and additives and the corresponding companies to ensure tolerance and availability and patients fincial resources. Works with case management and social work to identify available resources for formula supplies between WIC, insurance, and community programs. Documents need for each resource, how much will come from each resource, and assists with document completion for insurance, DME and community resource formula coverages. Identifies goals and provides age-specific, culturally appropriate nutrition counseling and education to patients and their families/caregivers throughout the lifecycle. Uses evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines and appropriate instructional methods and tools based on appropriate age groups. Documents in medical record patient's and/or caregiver comprehension and anticipated compliance with nutrition guidelines in measurable terms. Completes Ad Hoc charting for in-patient. Calculates special formula recipes for home and modifies as needed. Completes education with pt/caregivers, and documents formula education in the EMR. Monitors, trouble shoots, and communicates outpatient issues and nutrition plan of care in EMR messaging when patients are between outpatient appointments and/or inpatient admissions. Demonstrates professional development and leadership. Demonstrates performance measurement and quality improvement. Performs other job functions as assigned or requested. Education/Formal Training Requirements Bachelor's Degree Dietetics Master's Degree Dietetics Work Experience Requirements 1-3 years experience as a registered dietitian. Licenses and Certifications Requirements Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist - Commission on Dietetic Registration Licensed as a Dietitian/Nutritionist in the state where work is performed Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps of the process. Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy, specifically related to pediatrics. Comprehensive knowledge, application, and advancement of formularies for preterm, infant, preschool, school age, adolescent, adult, and metabolic and other disease specialty formulas Complex understanding and application of growth velocity and estimated needs for multiple age groups (premature, toddler, preschool, school age, adolescent, and adult) with differing growth rates to maximize medical nutrition therapy plan of care. Critical thinking to integrate facts, informed opinions, active listening, and observations. Decision making, problem solving, and collaboration skills. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form to patients, public, hospital and medical staff, and physicians. Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units. Ability to counsel and educate others. General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing, and spreadsheet software. Supervision Provided by this Position There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. Physical Demands The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Provides nutritional care and education to medical and surgical patients with obesity and diabetes. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Provides nutritional care and education to medical and surgical patients with obesity and diabetes. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you will do Provides the Nutrition Care Process. Implements plan of care and works collaboratively. Counsels, educates, and communicates with patients and caregivers appropriately. Demonstrates professional development and leadership. Demonstrates performance measurement and quality improvement. Education/Formal Training Requirements Bachelor's Degree Dietetics Bachelor's Degree Food and Nutrition Master's Degree Dietetics Master's Degree Food and Nutrition Work Experience Requirements 1-3 years Registered dietitian required for Dialysis only. Licenses and Certifications Requirements Dietitian/Nutritionist Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health or Dietitian/Nutritionist Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Dietitians/Nutritionist Examiners required Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist - Commission on Dietetic Registration required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps of the process. Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy. Critical thinking to integrate facts, informed opinions, active listening, and observations. Decision making, problem solving, and collaboration skills. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form to patients, public, hospital and medical staff, and physicians Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units. Ability to counsel and educate others. General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing, and spreadsheet software. Supervision Provided by this Position There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. Physical Demands The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Provides nutritional care and education to medical and surgical patients with obesity and diabetes. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Provides nutritional care and education to medical and surgical patients with obesity and diabetes. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you will do Provides the Nutrition Care Process. Implements plan of care and works collaboratively. Counsels, educates, and communicates with patients and caregivers appropriately. Demonstrates professional development and leadership. Demonstrates performance measurement and quality improvement. Education/Formal Training Requirements Bachelor's Degree Dietetics Bachelor's Degree Food and Nutrition Master's Degree Dietetics Master's Degree Food and Nutrition Work Experience Requirements 1-3 years Registered dietitian required for Dialysis only. Licenses and Certifications Requirements Dietitian/Nutritionist Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health or Dietitian/Nutritionist Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Dietitians/Nutritionist Examiners required Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist - Commission on Dietetic Registration required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps of the process. Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy. Critical thinking to integrate facts, informed opinions, active listening, and observations. Decision making, problem solving, and collaboration skills. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form to patients, public, hospital and medical staff, and physicians Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units. Ability to counsel and educate others. General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing, and spreadsheet software. Supervision Provided by this Position There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. Physical Demands The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you will do Provides the Nutrition Care Process. Formulates and implements pediatric specialty medical nutrition therapy plan of care. Documents in accordance with policy, procedure, and clinical practice guidelines. Understands and documents face to face and telehealth charging practices with subsequent input into the electronic charging system. Screens, triages, and prioritizes medical nutrition therapy consults for all age groups (neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescent, and adult.) Completes nutrition assessments and identifies nutrition diagnosis/problem(s). Identifies and documents differing malnutrition indicators in the following groups: neonates, pediatrics, and adults. Monitors formula orders and calculates special recipes with or without additives for milk tech staff. Identifies and integrates trends in anthropometic indices and biochemical data, implications of diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures. Performs pediatric nutrition focused physical findings to evaluate nutritional status throughout the lifecycle. Performs and ensures proper athropometric data and proper measuring techniques, including pediatric specific head circumference, segmental length, and recumbent length, and applies values to appropriate growth charts. Serves as resource for multidisciplinary team on proper anthropometric measuring techniques and equipment. Performs increased frequency of monitoring and adjusts pediatric plan of care, as pediatric patients can become malnourished quickly. Implements nutrition plan of care and works collaboratively with foodservice staff and milk techs to ensure conformance and continuation of said plan. Functions as an integral member of the clinical interdisciplinary team and the Nutrition Therapy team. Navigates wide network of pediatric formulas and additives and the corresponding companies to ensure tolerance and availability and patients fincial resources. Works with case management and social work to identify available resources for formula supplies between WIC, insurance, and community programs. Documents need for each resource, how much will come from each resource, and assists with document completion for insurance, DME and community resource formula coverages. Identifies goals and provides age-specific, culturally appropriate nutrition counseling and education to patients and their families/caregivers throughout the lifecycle. Uses evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines and appropriate instructional methods and tools based on appropriate age groups. Documents in medical record patient's and/or caregiver comprehension and anticipated compliance with nutrition guidelines in measurable terms. Completes Ad Hoc charting for in-patient. Calculates special formula recipes for home and modifies as needed. Completes education with pt/caregivers, and documents formula education in the EMR. Monitors, trouble shoots, and communicates outpatient issues and nutrition plan of care in EMR messaging when patients are between outpatient appointments and/or inpatient admissions. Demonstrates professional development and leadership. Demonstrates performance measurement and quality improvement. Performs other job functions as assigned or requested. Education/Formal Training Requirements Bachelor's Degree Dietetics Master's Degree Dietetics Work Experience Requirements 1-3 years experience as a registered dietitian. Licenses and Certifications Requirements Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist - Commission on Dietetic Registration Licensed as a Dietitian/Nutritionist in the state where work is performed Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps of the process. Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy, specifically related to pediatrics. Comprehensive knowledge, application, and advancement of formularies for preterm, infant, preschool, school age, adolescent, adult, and metabolic and other disease specialty formulas Complex understanding and application of growth velocity and estimated needs for multiple age groups (premature, toddler, preschool, school age, adolescent, and adult) with differing growth rates to maximize medical nutrition therapy plan of care. Critical thinking to integrate facts, informed opinions, active listening, and observations. Decision making, problem solving, and collaboration skills. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form to patients, public, hospital and medical staff, and physicians. Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units. Ability to counsel and educate others. General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing, and spreadsheet software. Supervision Provided by this Position There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. Physical Demands The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you will do Provides the Nutrition Care Process. Formulates and implements pediatric specialty medical nutrition therapy plan of care. Documents in accordance with policy, procedure, and clinical practice guidelines. Understands and documents face to face and telehealth charging practices with subsequent input into the electronic charging system. Screens, triages, and prioritizes medical nutrition therapy consults for all age groups (neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescent, and adult.) Completes nutrition assessments and identifies nutrition diagnosis/problem(s). Identifies and documents differing malnutrition indicators in the following groups: neonates, pediatrics, and adults. Monitors formula orders and calculates special recipes with or without additives for milk tech staff. Identifies and integrates trends in anthropometic indices and biochemical data, implications of diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures. Performs pediatric nutrition focused physical findings to evaluate nutritional status throughout the lifecycle. Performs and ensures proper athropometric data and proper measuring techniques, including pediatric specific head circumference, segmental length, and recumbent length, and applies values to appropriate growth charts. Serves as resource for multidisciplinary team on proper anthropometric measuring techniques and equipment. Performs increased frequency of monitoring and adjusts pediatric plan of care, as pediatric patients can become malnourished quickly. Implements nutrition plan of care and works collaboratively with foodservice staff and milk techs to ensure conformance and continuation of said plan. Functions as an integral member of the clinical interdisciplinary team and the Nutrition Therapy team. Navigates wide network of pediatric formulas and additives and the corresponding companies to ensure tolerance and availability and patients fincial resources. Works with case management and social work to identify available resources for formula supplies between WIC, insurance, and community programs. Documents need for each resource, how much will come from each resource, and assists with document completion for insurance, DME and community resource formula coverages. Identifies goals and provides age-specific, culturally appropriate nutrition counseling and education to patients and their families/caregivers throughout the lifecycle. Uses evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines and appropriate instructional methods and tools based on appropriate age groups. Documents in medical record patient's and/or caregiver comprehension and anticipated compliance with nutrition guidelines in measurable terms. Completes Ad Hoc charting for in-patient. Calculates special formula recipes for home and modifies as needed. Completes education with pt/caregivers, and documents formula education in the EMR. Monitors, trouble shoots, and communicates outpatient issues and nutrition plan of care in EMR messaging when patients are between outpatient appointments and/or inpatient admissions. Demonstrates professional development and leadership. Demonstrates performance measurement and quality improvement. Performs other job functions as assigned or requested. Education/Formal Training Requirements Bachelor's Degree Dietetics Master's Degree Dietetics Work Experience Requirements 1-3 years experience as a registered dietitian. Licenses and Certifications Requirements Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist - Commission on Dietetic Registration Licensed as a Dietitian/Nutritionist in the state where work is performed Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps of the process. Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy, specifically related to pediatrics. Comprehensive knowledge, application, and advancement of formularies for preterm, infant, preschool, school age, adolescent, adult, and metabolic and other disease specialty formulas Complex understanding and application of growth velocity and estimated needs for multiple age groups (premature, toddler, preschool, school age, adolescent, and adult) with differing growth rates to maximize medical nutrition therapy plan of care. Critical thinking to integrate facts, informed opinions, active listening, and observations. Decision making, problem solving, and collaboration skills. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form to patients, public, hospital and medical staff, and physicians. Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units. Ability to counsel and educate others. General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing, and spreadsheet software. Supervision Provided by this Position There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. Physical Demands The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Provides nutritional care and education to medical and surgical patients with obesity and diabetes. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Provides nutritional care and education to medical and surgical patients with obesity and diabetes. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you will do Provides the Nutrition Care Process. Implements plan of care and works collaboratively. Counsels, educates, and communicates with patients and caregivers appropriately. Demonstrates professional development and leadership. Demonstrates performance measurement and quality improvement. Education/Formal Training Requirements Bachelor's Degree Dietetics Bachelor's Degree Food and Nutrition Master's Degree Dietetics Master's Degree Food and Nutrition Work Experience Requirements 1-3 years Registered dietitian required for Dialysis only. Licenses and Certifications Requirements Dietitian/Nutritionist Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health or Dietitian/Nutritionist Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Dietitians/Nutritionist Examiners required Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist - Commission on Dietetic Registration required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps of the process. Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy. Critical thinking to integrate facts, informed opinions, active listening, and observations. Decision making, problem solving, and collaboration skills. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form to patients, public, hospital and medical staff, and physicians Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units. Ability to counsel and educate others. General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing, and spreadsheet software. Supervision Provided by this Position There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. Physical Demands The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Provides nutritional care and education to medical and surgical patients with obesity and diabetes. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Provides nutritional care and education to medical and surgical patients with obesity and diabetes. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you will do Provides the Nutrition Care Process. Implements plan of care and works collaboratively. Counsels, educates, and communicates with patients and caregivers appropriately. Demonstrates professional development and leadership. Demonstrates performance measurement and quality improvement. Education/Formal Training Requirements Bachelor's Degree Dietetics Bachelor's Degree Food and Nutrition Master's Degree Dietetics Master's Degree Food and Nutrition Work Experience Requirements 1-3 years Registered dietitian required for Dialysis only. Licenses and Certifications Requirements Dietitian/Nutritionist Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health or Dietitian/Nutritionist Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Dietitians/Nutritionist Examiners required Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist - Commission on Dietetic Registration required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps of the process. Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy. Critical thinking to integrate facts, informed opinions, active listening, and observations. Decision making, problem solving, and collaboration skills. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form to patients, public, hospital and medical staff, and physicians Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units. Ability to counsel and educate others. General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing, and spreadsheet software. Supervision Provided by this Position There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. Physical Demands The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Formulates and implements optimal nutrition therapy and evaluates outcomes for assigned patients at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. Coordinates nutritional care with other disciplines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you will do Provides the Nutrition Care Process. Formulates and implements pediatric specialty medical nutrition therapy plan of care. Documents in accordance with policy, procedure, and clinical practice guidelines. Understands and documents face to face and telehealth charging practices with subsequent input into the electronic charging system. Screens, triages, and prioritizes medical nutrition therapy consults for all age groups (neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescent, and adult.) Completes nutrition assessments and identifies nutrition diagnosis/problem(s). Identifies and documents differing malnutrition indicators in the following groups: neonates, pediatrics, and adults. Monitors formula orders and calculates special recipes with or without additives for milk tech staff. Identifies and integrates trends in anthropometic indices and biochemical data, implications of diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures. Performs pediatric nutrition focused physical findings to evaluate nutritional status throughout the lifecycle. Performs and ensures proper athropometric data and proper measuring techniques, including pediatric specific head circumference, segmental length, and recumbent length, and applies values to appropriate growth charts. Serves as resource for multidisciplinary team on proper anthropometric measuring techniques and equipment. Performs increased frequency of monitoring and adjusts pediatric plan of care, as pediatric patients can become malnourished quickly. Implements nutrition plan of care and works collaboratively with foodservice staff and milk techs to ensure conformance and continuation of said plan. Functions as an integral member of the clinical interdisciplinary team and the Nutrition Therapy team. Navigates wide network of pediatric formulas and additives and the corresponding companies to ensure tolerance and availability and patients fincial resources. Works with case management and social work to identify available resources for formula supplies between WIC, insurance, and community programs. Documents need for each resource, how much will come from each resource, and assists with document completion for insurance, DME and community resource formula coverages. Identifies goals and provides age-specific, culturally appropriate nutrition counseling and education to patients and their families/caregivers throughout the lifecycle. Uses evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines and appropriate instructional methods and tools based on appropriate age groups. Documents in medical record patient's and/or caregiver comprehension and anticipated compliance with nutrition guidelines in measurable terms. Completes Ad Hoc charting for in-patient. Calculates special formula recipes for home and modifies as needed. Completes education with pt/caregivers, and documents formula education in the EMR. Monitors, trouble shoots, and communicates outpatient issues and nutrition plan of care in EMR messaging when patients are between outpatient appointments and/or inpatient admissions. Demonstrates professional development and leadership. Demonstrates performance measurement and quality improvement. Performs other job functions as assigned or requested. Education/Formal Training Requirements Bachelor's Degree Dietetics Master's Degree Dietetics Work Experience Requirements 1-3 years experience as a registered dietitian. Licenses and Certifications Requirements Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist - Commission on Dietetic Registration Licensed as a Dietitian/Nutritionist in the state where work is performed Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps of the process. Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy, specifically related to pediatrics. Comprehensive knowledge, application, and advancement of formularies for preterm, infant, preschool, school age, adolescent, adult, and metabolic and other disease specialty formulas Complex understanding and application of growth velocity and estimated needs for multiple age groups (premature, toddler, preschool, school age, adolescent, and adult) with differing growth rates to maximize medical nutrition therapy plan of care. Critical thinking to integrate facts, informed opinions, active listening, and observations. Decision making, problem solving, and collaboration skills. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form to patients, public, hospital and medical staff, and physicians. Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units. Ability to counsel and educate others. General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing, and spreadsheet software. Supervision Provided by this Position There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. Physical Demands The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.

This RD position is specifically for the Children's Pavilion, which is focused on a pediatric mental health patient population. This RD will work with disordered eating, ARFID, food refusal, picky eating, etc. The RD also provides coverage at the Main Hospital. The typical schedule is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Rotating weekends every 10th weekend where the RD is onsite Saturday for a full day and on call Sunday. GENERAL SUMMARY The Registered Dietitian is responsible for providing clinical nutrition services including nutritional assessment, modified diet formulation, self-management training and nutrition intervention support and consultation to patients and families. This position assesses the nutritional needs of patients and develops, implements, evaluates, and documents care plans along with consistently contributing to a multidisciplinary, collaborative effort to ensure patient outcomes. Ensures patient satisfaction, quality care, regulatory agency compliance, and good public relations through safe and efficient use of resources. Reports department leadership ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assesses the nutritional status of patients through accurate and timely documentation in medical records using parameters such as anthropomorphic measurements, nutrition-focused physical assessment, and interpretation of laboratory values. Provides necessary consultation and teaching to participants, families, and the health team on nutrition. Utilizes physician-referring practitioner-driven protocols or other facility-specific processes to implement, initiate or modify orders for diet or nutrition-related actions and to manage nutrition support therapies. Maintains standards of professional nutritional care and incorporates current evidence-based research into practice. Facilitates and participates in providing educational programs which include but not limited to lifestyle classes, and community, professional and lay audience learning events. Orients, mentors and trains staff and interns, as applicable. Assists with menu planning based on diets relevant to their specialty areas in collaboration with the food service management team. Visits patients in assigned nursing unit(s). Identifies opportunities for and contributes to the improvement of quality, safety, and patient satisfaction. Ensures compliance with Department of Health, state, and federal nutrition regulations and standards while upholding organizational standards. Performs all other duties as assigned. LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS Required Licenses and/or Certifications Registered Dietitian status granted by the American Dietetic Association Commission on Dietetic Registration required. Specialty certification required when applicable. Employment in this position is contingent upon the successful completion of all required and eligible examinations or certifications related to the role. The selected candidate must obtain and provide proof of passing these examinations within six (6) months of the date of hire. Failure to meet this requirement may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Preferred Licenses and/or Certifications None preferred. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or closely related field from an American Dietetic Association accredited program at an accredited college or university required. Graduate degree is required for those who are not already registered dieticians and did not establish eligibility for the registration examination for dietitians before 12/31/2023. Must provide record of a completed degree or academic transcript from an accredited program, college, or university at time of hire. Continuous re-certification and/or maintenance of licensures, certifications/designations, training, educational and application requirements is required during employment. Preferred Education and Experience Two or more years of progressively more responsible experience with group and individual nutrition counseling among children and adolescents preferred. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Demonstrates knowledge of nutrition principles. Solid knowledge of dietary guidelines, dietary practices and procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing dietary functions. Ability to translate the science of nutrition into everyday information about food Working knowledge in planning, organizing, developing, implementing, and interpreting the programs, goals, objectives, policies, procedures of the department and organization. Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with patients, families, health team members and others. Exceptional public speaking and presentation skills necessary to capture the attention and engage an audience of diverse range of people. Highly motivated, enthusiastic team player who takes initiative with the ability to anticipate outcomes. Motivated, compassionate, and dedicated to improving health outcomes. Ability to exhibit a professional, courteous demeanor. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy. Excellent time management skills, able to shift priorities, problem solve and able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced, fluid environment. Proficiency and technical aptitude with Microsoft Office suite products, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word. Ability to travel and accommodate scheduled evening and weekend hours to provide services within the health system and community to meet the population identified needs. Increased Security Clearance Required for Job Roles at Children's Pavilion or in any licensed DBHDS program we offer: FBI fingerprinting, criminal background check, and Child Protective Services Registry Search WORKING CONDITIONS Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Click here to view physical requirements. #CHKDHP Additional Information CHKDHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law - click here for more information Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. If assistance is needed, please reach out to us at *******************.

This RD position is specifically for the Children's Pavilion, which is focused on a pediatric mental health patient population. This RD will work with disordered eating, ARFID, food refusal, picky eating, etc. The RD also provides coverage at the Main Hospital. The typical schedule is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Rotating weekends every 10th weekend where the RD is onsite Saturday for a full day and on call Sunday. GENERAL SUMMARY The Registered Dietitian is responsible for providing clinical nutrition services including nutritional assessment, modified diet formulation, self-management training and nutrition intervention support and consultation to patients and families. This position assesses the nutritional needs of patients and develops, implements, evaluates, and documents care plans along with consistently contributing to a multidisciplinary, collaborative effort to ensure patient outcomes. Ensures patient satisfaction, quality care, regulatory agency compliance, and good public relations through safe and efficient use of resources. Reports department leadership ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assesses the nutritional status of patients through accurate and timely documentation in medical records using parameters such as anthropomorphic measurements, nutrition-focused physical assessment, and interpretation of laboratory values. Provides necessary consultation and teaching to participants, families, and the health team on nutrition. Utilizes physician-referring practitioner-driven protocols or other facility-specific processes to implement, initiate or modify orders for diet or nutrition-related actions and to manage nutrition support therapies. Maintains standards of professional nutritional care and incorporates current evidence-based research into practice. Facilitates and participates in providing educational programs which include but not limited to lifestyle classes, and community, professional and lay audience learning events. Orients, mentors and trains staff and interns, as applicable. Assists with menu planning based on diets relevant to their specialty areas in collaboration with the food service management team. Visits patients in assigned nursing unit(s). Identifies opportunities for and contributes to the improvement of quality, safety, and patient satisfaction. Ensures compliance with Department of Health, state, and federal nutrition regulations and standards while upholding organizational standards. Performs all other duties as assigned. LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS Required Licenses and/or Certifications Registered Dietitian status granted by the American Dietetic Association Commission on Dietetic Registration required. Specialty certification required when applicable. Employment in this position is contingent upon the successful completion of all required and eligible examinations or certifications related to the role. The selected candidate must obtain and provide proof of passing these examinations within six (6) months of the date of hire. Failure to meet this requirement may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Preferred Licenses and/or Certifications None preferred. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or closely related field from an American Dietetic Association accredited program at an accredited college or university required. Graduate degree is required for those who are not already registered dieticians and did not establish eligibility for the registration examination for dietitians before 12/31/2023. Must provide record of a completed degree or academic transcript from an accredited program, college, or university at time of hire. Continuous re-certification and/or maintenance of licensures, certifications/designations, training, educational and application requirements is required during employment. Preferred Education and Experience Two or more years of progressively more responsible experience with group and individual nutrition counseling among children and adolescents preferred. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Demonstrates knowledge of nutrition principles. Solid knowledge of dietary guidelines, dietary practices and procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing dietary functions. Ability to translate the science of nutrition into everyday information about food Working knowledge in planning, organizing, developing, implementing, and interpreting the programs, goals, objectives, policies, procedures of the department and organization. Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with patients, families, health team members and others. Exceptional public speaking and presentation skills necessary to capture the attention and engage an audience of diverse range of people. Highly motivated, enthusiastic team player who takes initiative with the ability to anticipate outcomes. Motivated, compassionate, and dedicated to improving health outcomes. Ability to exhibit a professional, courteous demeanor. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy. Excellent time management skills, able to shift priorities, problem solve and able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced, fluid environment. Proficiency and technical aptitude with Microsoft Office suite products, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word. Ability to travel and accommodate scheduled evening and weekend hours to provide services within the health system and community to meet the population identified needs. Increased Security Clearance Required for Job Roles at Children's Pavilion or in any licensed DBHDS program we offer: FBI fingerprinting, criminal background check, and Child Protective Services Registry Search WORKING CONDITIONS Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Click here to view physical requirements. #CHKDHP Additional Information CHKDHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law - click here for more information Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. If assistance is needed, please reach out to us at *******************.

About us At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development. Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey. Short Description Under general supervision is responsible for providing optimal nutritional care to patients, which compiles with the Joint Commission and title 22 regulations and the standards of care in the dietetic profession. Responsible for the medical nutrition therapy of patient/residents; nutritional assessment, nutrition care plans, patient visitation, inpatient/outpatient diet counseling, consults regarding advance nutrition support, as well as assist in other areas related to the Food and Nutrition Services Department Education Requirements Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics required. License/Certification Requirements Registration with American Dietetic Association required *Proof of required RD License(s) and/or Certification(s) due at time of hire