Travel RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Memphis, TN
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: Pediatric Dietitian (Travel/Contract)

Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Specialty: Dietary Services
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Start Date: ASAP
• Shift: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM (shift may change during interview)
• Weekend Requirement: As needed
• Schedule Flexibility: Open to accommodating block schedules (M-F block)
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract

Experience Requirements

• Years of Experience: Minimum 1 year preferred in specialty
• Pediatrics Experience: Required
• First-time Travelers: Accepted if recent experience in specialty
• Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required

Licensing & Certifications

• State License: Tennessee license required (pending license accepted)
• Driver’s License: Must be included with submission
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) is not required for Dietitians
  • Other certifications (e.g., ACLS, PALS) are not specified as required for this role

Facility Highlights

• Level I Pediatric Trauma Center
• Children’s Hospital environment

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background check within 60 days of start (statewide, county, federal, education verification)
• Social Security Card and 2 forms of government-issued ID required
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, attesting ability to meet job demands
• Negative 10-panel drug test within 30 days of start (no pending compliance allowed)
• Immunizations required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (required for this facility)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (proof of vaccination or positive titer with boosters if needed)
  • Varicella (proof of vaccination or positive titer with boosters if needed)
  • Hepatitis B (3-shot series, positive titer, or signed declination)
• TB test (2-step PPD, Q-Gold, or T-spot) within 1 year, updated annually
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season

Additional Notes

• Two recent professional references required
• Photo for badge must meet strict guidelines (passport-style, no hats, no glasses glare, etc.)
• Dress code: Navy blue scrubs for RNs; no prints or embroidered scrubs allowed (specific to facility but relevant for overall professionalism)

This position is ideal for a pediatric dietitian with at least 1 year of experience, comfortable working in a pediatric trauma center environment, and able to meet Tennessee licensing requirements. First-time travel dietitians with recent specialty experience are welcome to apply.