Dietitian Registered Senior/On-Call/UKHC

Required License/Registration/Certification

Must be registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration and licensed by the Kentucky Board of Licensure and Certification for Dietitians and Nutritionists within 6 months of hire. Failure to do so will result in separation from employment.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements for this position include: regularly standing/walking with objects up to 10lbs,regularly sitting at a computer work station for extended periods of time (includes repetitive motions).

Shift

PRN , approximately 8:00am - 4:30pm; Must be available to work at least 1 day/week and preferably additional days to cover leaves etc. Will be included in weekend/holiday rotation (around 1 weekend per quarter and 1 holiday per year).

Job Summary

Performs as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Responsible for the evaluation, coordination, and implementation of the nutrition care plan for patients. Provides education and counseling to patients on their nutritional needs. Ensures customer satisfaction and good public relations through the safe and efficient use of resources. Performs duties in compliance with performance improvement plans, TJC , and other licensing, accrediting, and regulatory agencies. Serves as a nutrition educator for students, medical staff, health professionals, and/or general public. Serves as a role model, resource, and leader for other clinical dietitians. Exhibits nutrition expertise in specified area of practice.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

This position will serve in a PRN capacity. The ideal candidate will be available to work weekdays to provide weekend and/or vacation coverage and be included in the clinical RD weekend/holiday rotation.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Clinical nutrition experience in acute care setting covering multiple patient populations highly preferred.

Deadline to Apply

04/14/2023

University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you currently a registered dietitian? If not, will you become registered within six months of hire?
   • Yes, I am already a registered dietitian.
   • Yes, I will be eligible to become registered within six months of hire.
   • No
2. * Please indicate your paid employment experience as a dietitian.
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
3. * Please describe your experience as a registered dietitian.
   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter