Dietitian Registered Senior/UKHC

Dietitian Registered Senior/UKHC at University of Kentucky Dietitian Registered Senior/UKHC at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky Posted in about 6 hours ago.

Job Description:

University of Kentucky Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. Posting Details Posting Details Job Title Dietitian Registered Senior/UKHC Requisition Number RE53883 Working Title Clinical Dietitian - NICU Department Name H3075:

Nutritions Services Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 10 Salary Range $25.52-39.10/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education BA Click here for more information about equivalencies: Required Related Experience No experience required. Required License/Registration/Certification Registered Dietitian and Kentucky Board of Licensure and Certification for Dietitians and Nutritionists within 6 months of hire. 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 Monday through Friday,; approximately 8:00am - 4:30pm, every fifth weekend and regular holiday coverage. 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. This position is located in the Golisano Children's at UK Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

Skills / Knowledge

/ Abilities The ideal candidate will be able to integrate laboratory data, current practice guidelines, make clinical judgments and recommendations; and also have excellent clinical skills and communication skills. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Master's degree and three years in Clinical Nutrition preferred. Experience in neonatal nutrition and Board Certification as a Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition and/or Certification as a Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) are preferred. Deadline to Apply 06/03/2026 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. 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 (

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• Are you a Registered Dietitian through the Commission on Dietetic Registration or eligible to become registered within 6 months of hire? Yes No
• Have you completed a Bachelor's degree or higher in Clinical Nutrition or a related field? Yes No
• Are you licensed as a dietitian by the Kentucky Board of Dietitians and Nutritionists? Yes No
• Please describe your prior work experience as a clinical dietitian including patient populations you have cared for and the settings in which you have practiced.

(Open Ended Question) Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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Salary:

$25.00