Dietitian II _ E

## Dietitian II   EApply:
On-site only, not eligible for remote work: UKKD - Main Campus:
Full time:
Posted Today: R-At UK King's Daughters, we’re not just a healthcare facility — we’re a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We’re more than just a place to work; we’re a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.
** Job Description**:##

Job Summary Responsible for evaluating, coordinating, and implementing individualized nutrition care plans for patients. Provides education and counseling to patients, families, and healthcare professionals on nutritional needs. Ensures compliance with regulatory standards and performance improvement initiatives. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and resource utilization. Serves as a role model, resource, and leader in clinical nutrition practice. ## Essential Functions
• Performs nutritional screening and comprehensive assessment for all assigned patients.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates individualized nutrition care plans, including enteral and parenteral nutrition support.
• Provides medical nutrition therapy, diabetes education, and counseling to individuals and groups.
• Assesses learning needs and abilities of patients, modifies educational materials, and evaluates comprehension following education or counseling.
• Documents all aspects of nutrition care, education, and counseling in a timely and accurate manner.
• Serves as a resource for nutrition information, collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, and participates in patient care conferences.
• Serves as a preceptor or trainer for dietetic interns, students, and new staff; maintains curriculum and evaluates performance.
• Participates in committees, work groups, projects, and evidence-based research to improve nutrition services and patient outcomes.
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, and maintains current registration, licensure, and continuing education requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned. ## Education Requirement Bachelor’s degree in dietic, nutrition, or a related field

Master’s degree in nutrition is preferred ## Experience Requirement2-3 years of experience in dietic, or a relevant area An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

All experience must be paid and in the same related field.

Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.

Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted. ## Certifications & Licensures Registered Dietitian (RD)/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
Applicable state Dietician License ## Working Conditions

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)
D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods:
3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
G. Repetitive motion:
3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
H. Working at heights above 4 feet:
1. Never

I. Working in confined spaces:
1. Never

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
K. Job-related travel:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
L. Loud noises:
1. Never

M. Temperature extremes:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
O. Radiation:
1. Never

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