CLINICAL NUTRITION SUPPORT CLINICIAN Allied Health & Clinical Lab Hours: 7:30-4:00; weekdays, weekends and holidays as needed Day Shift - PRN (As Needed) Paygrade/Wages/Salary Info: EX E29 - 27.6500 - 34.7000
Position Highlights: Responsibilities include management of parenteral and enteral nutrition for patients referred to the nutrition support team. The resource person on the Nutrition Support Team for nutrient requirements, the composition of food sources and pharmaceutical nutrition products. Follow the standards established by departmental policies and procedures (based on ASPEN guidelines). Provide care for inpatient and/or outpatient caseload. Weekend and/or holiday coverage if staffing needs warrant. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team regarding the needs of the patient. Opportunities to contribute to presentations, publications, supervision of students/interns and execution of departmental education efforts. # The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will have the following: Master#s Degree Minimum of three (3) years previous clinical experience One (1) year experience on a functioning Nutrition Support Team CNSC Oncology experience Responsibilities: Provide nutritional support to patients referred to the Nutrition Support Team Consider age appropriate needs when care is planned, delivered and evaluated Participates in interdisciplinary team planning and coordination of care Participates in meetings Completes documentation # Credentials and Qualifications: 3 years previous clinical experience Bachelor#s Degree in Nutrition or Nursing Registered Dietitian BLS LDN # Licensure within the state of Florida within 90 days of hire; temporary Florida licensure required if not currently licensed in the state of Florida CNSC # Certified Nutrition Support Clinician