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Dietitian, Brooks Rehab University Inpatient Hospital, PRN DAYS

Brooks Rehabilitation, Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32290

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Dietitian, Brooks Rehab University Inpatient Hospital, PRN DAYS PRN, as needed-12HR Shifts

Location : 3599 University Blvd S, Jacksonville FL 32216

Responsibilities

Screens, assesses, and monitors patients according to established policies and procedures. Interprets physician orders related to dietary requirements. Provides education and discharge diet instructions for patients and family members.

Provides nutrition recommendations related to critically ill patients, or those with multiple injuries or disease processes. Interacts with physicians in a consultant role.

Investigates nutritional problems of patients and establishes priorities to ensure appropriate nutritional intervention.

Participates actively in team huddles for patients served.

Maintains appropriate documentation of nutritional intervention in patient’s medical records and in food service departmental records. Monitors peer charting using a standardized formal review protocol reflecting regulatory requirements.

Assists with in‑service training according to Joint Commission requirements and needs. To include monthly in‑services for nursing unit(s), dietary department, support groups (frequency as assigned). Maintains an adequate supply of instructional materials for patients and staff.

Assists with training, and clinical and non‑clinical supervision of diet clerks and department operations to ensure established standards are met. To include department nutrition presentations as assigned.

Collects data, evaluates data and develops reports on assigned quality and performance initiatives.

Pursues own educational opportunities. Maintains personal and professional growth and development.

Performs assigned duties in a manner that ensures excellent customer service.

Probes potential problems and apprises manager of status on resolution of problems or issues. Using appropriate resources when necessary.

Rotates the responsibility of presentations to functions outside of assigned unit/program to include guest dietitian speaker in the community, support groups, media requests – radio, newspaper or television.

Available for a consistent 40‑hour work week that may include weekends and or holidays.

Works and upholds the Mission, Vision and Values of Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital to include Teamwork.

Perform other related duties as assigned or requested by management.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Dietetics and completion of related practicum.

At least 3 years of inpatient experience required.

Registered through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Commission on Dietetics Registration and Licensed in the state of Florida. (Verification shows clear and active status).

Brooks Rehabilitation is a designated Magnet Hospital. This elite symbol recognizes our health‑care organization is committed to the highest level of professional nursing practices, quality patient care, and dedication for a supportive and engaging work environment.

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