Clinical Dietician - Inpatient, Marion & Mansfield

OhioHealth · Mansfield, England, United Kingdom

FULL TIME

Job Description

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Job Description Summary

**This is a part-time casual (as needed), day shift position at Mansfield Hospital and Marion General Hospital. This role helps to provide coverage for other dieticians that are on planned time off. (Additional system-wide coverage may be requested)***

JOB SUMMARY

Utilize evidence-based nutrition care to assess and reassess patient nutrition risk and identify nutrition needs. Develop parental and enteral feeding regimes. Create and implement nutrition protocols. Participate in quality improvement initiatives/committees. Provide nutrition counseling to patients and families as warranted. Participate in multidisciplinary interaction and education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND DESIRED ATTRIBUTES

- Bachelor's Degree (Required)
Years of

Experience

1 (Required)

Registered, Licensed Dietitian with at least two or more years' experience in the acute care setting (Required - must achieve Registered Dietician credential within 6 months of date of hire)
Limited permit required if Registered Dietitian credential has not been obtained at time of hire.
Effective time management skills/organization and be a self-starter and team player.
Excellent analytic, communication, and documentation skills. Able to communicate effectively in English in-person, in writing, and on the telephone, utilize language services as needed; think critically; work independently; perform basic math and statistical functions; manage multiple assignments; compose written material; work well under pressure; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail.
Able to organize technical work; demonstrate excellent planning, problem solving, analysis, documentation, presentation, and organization skills; analyze and interpret data, processes and needs based on limited information; organize work and resources; define problems and solutions, prioritize workload; make recommendations; manage time effectively and plan and implement objectives effectively.
For certain assignments, an advanced degree and/or certification (CNSD, CDE, CNCP), and/or a minimum of two years' experience in acute care setting with a focus on the assigned specialized assignment may be desired.
Utilize pertinent medical data to develop and implement a nutrition plan of care.
Able to calculate equations to determine calorie intake, protein needs, body mass index, enteral/parental formulation, etc. on select individuals.

- Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

And Duties

Performs nutrition assessment using age-appropriate standards, utilizing validated assessment tools and nutrition focused physical assessments. Includes documentation of nutrition related diagnosis when indicated.

Demonstrate proficiency in accordance with Standards of Practice and Professional Performance for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist while providing age-appropriate plan of care for patients and families.

Coordinates nutrition therapy with physicians and other health care professionals. Participates in multidisciplinary rounds and care planning sessions.

Plans, implements, and adapts nutritional care plan to meet physician orders, age, and disease specific physiologic needs. Intervention plan includes appropriate feeding route, mode, and nutrition prescription.

Monitors and evaluates patient response to medical nutrition therapy using specific goals and determines change if indicated.

Performs patient, family, and care giver education related to nutritional therapy and incorporates best method of learning style and communication into sessions.

Educates and trains interdisciplinary team members, students, and interns. Fosters teamwork and establishes effective strategies to implement innovative programs which leads to optimal clinical nutrition and financial outcomes.

Supports quality improvement, research, and outcome studies. Identifies and communicates opportunities for waste reduction and service improvements.

Documents accurately and completely, including appropriate utilization of order writing privileges in electronic medical record.

Remains current on research developments and other methods of practice and incorporates this into current programs and services.

Supports the development and revision of nutrition related department tools, training materials, policies, and procedures.

Participates in the evaluation of clinical nutrition products and equipment.

Complies with all regulatory standards, including federal, state, and accrediting agencies and adhere to facility confidentiality, HIPAA regulations, and patient rights policies.

Participates in and attends departmental meetings, team development, and professional programs, as appropriate.

Serves as an active member on multidisciplinary teams and/or committees.

Ensures national program standards are met and always maintained for certified and/or recognized programs, as applicable.

Reviews research/peer-reviewed publications and practice recommendations and modifies practice as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

80%: Direct patient care activities (i.e. nutrition assessment, multidisciplinary rounds, etc.)

20%: Indirect patient care activities (i.e. record keeping, team education sessions, etc.)

As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.

The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree (Required)OBDL - Ohio Board of Dietetics Licensure - Ohio Dietetics Board, OHLP - Ohio Limited Permit - Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles, RD - Registered Dietician - Commission on Dietetic Registration

Additional Job Description

Work Shift

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours

As Needed

Department

Nutrition Services Clinical

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Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment

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Clinical Dietician - Inpatient, Marion & Mansfield

Job Description

Experience

- Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

And Duties

Bachelor's Degree (Required)OBDL - Ohio Board of Dietetics Licensure - Ohio Dietetics Board, OHLP - Ohio Limited Permit - Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles, RD - Registered Dietician - Commission on Dietetic Registration

Additional Job Description

Work Shift

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Company	OhioHealth
Location	Mansfield, England, United Kingdom
Type	FULL TIME
Niche	healthcare

Explore 1M+ Live Opportunities.

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Clinical Dietician - Inpatient, Marion & Mansfield

Job Description

Experience

- Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

And Duties

Bachelor's Degree (Required)OBDL - Ohio Board of Dietetics Licensure - Ohio Dietetics Board, OHLP - Ohio Limited Permit - Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles, RD - Registered Dietician - Commission on Dietetic RegistrationAdditional Job Description

Work Shift

DayScheduled Weekly Hours

Bachelor's Degree (Required)OBDL - Ohio Board of Dietetics Licensure - Ohio Dietetics Board, OHLP - Ohio Limited Permit - Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles, RD - Registered Dietician - Commission on Dietetic Registration

Additional Job Description

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours