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Clinical Nutrition Specialist I

2 months ago


Little Rock, Arkansas, United States Arkansas Children's Hospital Full time

Work Shift:
Please refer to the job description for specifics.

Time Type:
Full time

Department:
CC017235 Clinical Nutrition - Little Rock

Summary:
Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4:30 PM, with rotation for weekends and holidays.


This role involves delivering safe and effective family-centered nutritional care to patients ranging from newborns to adults with diverse medical conditions.

The Dietitian will assess diagnoses and develop nutritional care strategies for patients in accordance with established dietetic standards and regulations.

Acting as a resource for colleagues, the Dietitian will engage in problem-solving, contribute to shared governance, and participate in evidence-based practices while beginning to cultivate clinical leadership abilities in designated areas.

This position typically operates independently and handles complex cases, contributing to various assigned projects.

Additional Information:

Required Education:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year institution.

Recommended Education:
Master's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Work Experience:

Recommended Work Experience:

Required Certifications:
Licensed Dietitian (LD) - Arkansas Dietetics Licensing Board, REGISTERED DIETITIAN NUTRITIONIST - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)

Recommended Certifications:
Description

The Dietitian will evaluate diagnoses and formulate and execute nutritional care plans for patients, utilizing general dietetic standards.

Conducting nutritional assessments, the Dietitian collaborates with the medical team to ensure optimal nutrition care for patients.

Identifying nutrition-related challenges, the Dietitian will seek assistance or referrals for complex issues and will write therapeutic diet orders within their scope of practice.

Monitoring patient progress is essential.

Effective communication with patients, families, and all medical personnel is crucial. The Dietitian will provide relevant information (issues, service requests, suggestions for improvement, etc.) to management.


Education and guidance will be provided to patients, families, caregivers, and staff regarding diet, feeding regimens, or other nutritional information prior to discharge or during outpatient consultations.

The Dietitian will work as part of a multidisciplinary medical team, collaborating with nutritional services to ensure the availability of necessary foods and procuring formulas from appropriate sources. The role includes mentoring dietetic interns and conducting peer reviews of nutritional assessments and diet orders.

All pertinent nutrition information must be documented in patients' medical records according to policy. Daily charges for patients seen, procedures performed, and time spent on each must also be documented.

Participation in nutritional case studies, departmental in-services, and other training opportunities is expected, with continuing education credits documented in CDR format.

Active participation in Medical Team rounds is required.

Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Arkansas Children's Hospital is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to pediatric care, allowing us to uniquely influence the landscape of healthcare for children in Arkansas.

Driven by core values of safety, teamwork, compassion, and excellence, Arkansas Children's informs every action taken.


Recognized with Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for nursing excellence and patient outcomes, we are also nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report in several specialties.

For over a century, Arkansas Children's has addressed the unique needs of children.

We are more than just a hospital treating sick children; our services encompass two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education, and outreach, all committed to improving children's health today and in the future.


Arkansas Children's Little Rock campus features a 336-bed hospital with the state's only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care, and pediatric intensive care, along with a nationally recognized transport service.

Arkansas Children's Northwest provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms, and diagnostic services to children in that region.

Arkansas Children's is an equal opportunity employer, ensuring that all individuals are treated fairly without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local laws.

Furthermore, Arkansas Children's will not discriminate against employees or applicants for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.