Registered Dietitian II – Pediatric Nutrition & TPN
Job Description
Registered Dietitian II – Pediatric Nutrition & TPN
Location: Houston, Texas
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Pay Rate: $36–$38/hour
Job Type: Contract with Potential for Permanent Hire
A leading healthcare organization in Houston is seeking an experienced Registered Dietitian II to support a highly specialized pediatric clinical team. This is an excellent opportunity for a dietitian with strong clinical nutrition experience, particularly in TPN and pediatric care, to work in a collaborative, patient-focused environment within a respected healthcare setting.
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pediatric patient outcomes while working alongside interdisciplinary healthcare professionals dedicated to excellence in care delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments for pediatric patients with low to high-complexity nutritional needs
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans
- Provide advanced nutrition counseling and education to patients, families, and caregivers
- Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and multidisciplinary care teams
- Support disease management through evidence-based nutritional interventions
- Maintain accurate and compliant patient documentation in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards
- Customize educational materials to improve patient understanding and engagement
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives focused on optimizing patient outcomes
- Assist with training and mentoring team members in specialized nutrition care practices
- Promote nutrition services and contribute to program development initiatives
Preferred Clinical Experience
- Pediatric TPN experience strongly preferred
- TPN experience required
- Pediatric nephrology experience is a plus
- Experience working in complex clinical or hospital-based nutrition settings highly valued
Required Qualifications
- Registered Dietitian (RD) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
- Licensed Dietitian in the State of Texas (or eligible for licensure)
- Minimum of 3 years of Registered Dietitian experience
- Graduate of an accredited nutrition or dietetics education program
- Strong knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and evidence-based clinical nutrition practices
- Excellent communication, counseling, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
- Ability to work effectively with diverse patient populations and varying health literacy levels
What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out
- Opportunity to work with a respected pediatric clinical team in Houston
- Collaborative and supportive healthcare environment
- Meaningful work impacting pediatric patient health outcomes
- Stable weekday schedule with strong work-life balance
- Potential for long-term or permanent placement
- Competitive hourly compensation
Additional Information
- Candidates must reside and work in the State of Texas
- This position requires adherence to healthcare safety and compliance protocols
- Background and security screenings may be required in accordance with applicable regulations
Qualified candidates with pediatric clinical nutrition and TPN experience are encouraged to apply today.