Dietitian Registered - Orlando Health Cancer Institute - PRO Endocrinology

Position Summary
As a top cancer care provider in Florida, Orlando Health Cancer Institute is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary
cancer program consisting of six treatment sites and more than 10 practice locations that serve the region's adult oncology needs. Specializing in more than 200 types of cancer, an expert team of medical professionals provides personalized care with the most state-of-the-art technologies, such as advanced radiation and proton therapies, and bone marrow transplant and cellular therapy. Through a robust research program, the institute also supports physician involvement in numerous research studies and clinical trials that give patients access to innovative diagnosis, treatment and symptom management options. In addition to being accredited by the Commission on Cancer, a program of the American College of Surgeons, Orlando Health Cancer Institute has earned accreditations and certifications in several areas - including medical oncology and hematology/oncology, radiation oncology, cellular therapy, rectal cancer, and breast care - from the respective accrediting organizations, and recently was named in the 2023 Becker's Hospital Review "60 Hospitals and Health Systems with Great Oncology Programs" list. Orlando Health Cancer Institute is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes 24 award-winning hospitals and ERs, 9 specialty institutes, 14 urgent care centers, 100+ primary care practices and more than 60 outpatient facilities that span Florida's east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, we honor our 100-year legacy by providing care for more than 142,000 inpatient and 3.9 million outpatient visits each year. Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible so that you can be present for your passions. "Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work" is not just something we say, it's our promise to you.
Position Summary
The Registered Dietitian II role serve as lead for the Clinical Nutrition team, providing support and education based on clinical experience and knowledge of evidence-based medical nutrition therapy. Oversee quality and/or process improvement projects and complete specified department-related leadership tasks
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
• Assists Clinical Nutrition Manager with assigned tasks, including, but not limited to: precepting dietetic interns, serving as a department resource for Joint Commission readiness, assisting with potential new hire interviews, and coordinating training for new staff members.
• Leads Quality and/or Process Improvement projects through committee/council involvement.
• Assigns/organizes schedule to provide adequate and consistent staffing coverage for all patient units.
• Updates department Standards of Care annually or as needed by delegating tasks needed to complete this assignment.
• Demonstrates evidenced-based knowledge of medical nutrition therapy for appropriate nutrition-related care of patients.
• Demonstrates the necessary competency level to assess patient's nutritional requirements and specific needs over the lifespan.
• Serves as the consultant on nutrition care.
• Writes orders per policy.
• Counsels patients and/or significant others on nutritional principles, dietary plans, and food selections, considering cultural, religious, and ethnic requests/preferences.
• Develops, implements, and documents nutritional care plans based on assessment of patient nutritional needs considering both nutrition status and disease state requirements.
• Communicates appropriate dietary history and nutritional care data through the medical record documentation system. Participates in physician and health care team interdisciplinary rounds, as applicable.
• The Registered Dietitian II is expected to adhere to Orlando Health policies, procedures, guidelines, mission and vision statements, and commitment to excellence.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Other Related Functions
• Represents Orlando Health through outside speaking engagements to the community and/or media events as assigned.
• Represents Clinical Nutrition Department as a participant on task force or committee as assigned.
• Participates as a member of the Clinical Nutrition Council.
• Patient Care accounts for 50% of job duties unless otherwise directed by Clinical Nutrition Manager
• Oversee direct reports as identified by Clinical Nutrition Manager.
Qualifications
Education/Training
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university or college and coursework accredited or approved by the Commission or Accreditation of Dietetics Education (CADE) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND)
Licensure/Certification
• Registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
• Must maintain licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist with the State of Florida
Experience
Three (3) years clinical experience as a Registered Dietitian.