Registered Dietitian I, Neonatal/Pediatrics

About the role

ChristianaCare is hiring a full-time Registered Dietitian I for their hospital in Newark, DE. The role specializes in medical nutrition therapy for neonatal and pediatric populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nutrition assessment, diagnosis, and intervention for neonatal and pediatric patients, including premature and medically complex infants
• Develop and manage enteral and parenteral nutrition plans, including TPN/macronutrient adjustments in collaboration with the care team
• Participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds, working closely with neonatologists, pediatricians, nursing, pharmacy, and SLP
• Maintain growth trends, labs, feeding tolerance, and clinical status to optimize nutrition outcomes
• Support human milk and formula management, including fortification strategies and specialized feeding plans
• Provide family-centered education and counseling for caregivers
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, guideline development, and evidence-based practice changes
• Precept interns and new staff, supporting professional development within the department

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration as a Registered Dietitian (RD) required
• Experience as a clinical dietitian in an acute care facility preferred
• Master’s Degree required after graduating in 2024, as required by Commission on Dietetic Registration
• Preferred Qualifications: NICU and/or pediatric clinical experience strongly preferred
• Experience with neonatal growth standards, human milk fortification, TPN enteral and parenteral feeding management, and feeding challenges (e.g., prematurity, GI disorders)
• Advanced credential (or pursuit of): CNSC (Certified Nutrition Support Clinician) or CSP (Certified Specialist in Pediatrics)
• Experience participating in or leading multidisciplinary care teams or specialty programs

Special Requirements

• Required to maintain Commission of Dietetic Registration requirements and Licensure with the State of Delaware and/or Maryland as applicable at time of hire

Pay

Hourly Pay Range: $29.22 - $43.83

Schedule

Monday - Friday, Day Shift

Benefits

• Comprehensive, First-Day Health Coverage: Comprehensive first-day coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement for Career Growth
• Advance Your Education with up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement
• Grow Your Family with Confidence
• We’re here to support every step of your journey to parenthood—whatever that looks like for you. From advanced fertility care through Progyny to free maternity education and support, plus up to $5,000 in adoption assistance, our benefits are designed to help you build your family with confidence and care
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Planning & Financial Well-Being
• Access two retirement plans, including a 403(b) with up to a 50% match and a company-funded contribution of 3%–5% based on service. Plus, take advantage of free financial coaching, counseling, and budgeting support