DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments
• Provide medical nutrition therapy (MNT) for patients with acute and chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, renal disease, gastrointestinal disorders, cardiovascular disease, malnutrition)
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress, updating care plans as appropriate
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and communicate nutrition recommendations to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to patients and families as appropriate to level of care
• Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes clearly and accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR) in accordance with regulatory and hospital standards
• Screen patients for nutrition risk and prioritize care based on acuity
• Follow hospital policies, clinical guidelines, and evidence‑based practice standards
• May support enteral and parenteral nutrition monitoring
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of clinical nutrition principles and medical nutrition therapy
• Familiarity with acute care disease states and nutrition implications
• Strong clinical judgment and critical‑thinking skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and basic computer applications
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize patient care in a fast‑paced environment

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field from an ACEND‑accredited program
  (Master’s degree preferred)

Credentials

• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credentialed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
• Licensed or license‑eligible as a dietitian in Florida

Experience

• Entry‑level position 0-3 years of clinical nutrition experience, preferably in an acute care hospital setting
• Clinical internship required
• Acute care clinical rotation experience preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout patient care areas
• Ability to communicate clearly in person and by phone
• May require lifting or carrying light materials (e.g., educational resources)

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Acute care hospital environment
• Exposure to communicable diseases consistent with healthcare settings
• May require occasional weekend or holiday coverage per department needs