- Must have a valid driver's license, Must show proof of insurability
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or Registered Dietitian (RD) - Must be registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) the credentialing branch of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics formerly known as the American Dietetic Association (ADA)
- Exception for GS-07 and GS-09 Only: Dietitians who do not possess the RDN/RD credential
- Non-credentialed Dietitians who otherwise meet the basic qualification requirements and have fulfilled the requirements below, but do not possess the RDN credential, may be given a full-time temporary appointment not to exceed one year under the authority of 38 U.S.C
- 7405(c)(2)
- May only be appointed at the GS-07 or GS-09 level and may not be promoted/converted until they obtain their RDN credential
- Non-credentialed Dietitians must have fulfilled each of the following: Earned a bachelor's or higher degree from a U.S
- regionally accredited college or university or foreign equivalent
- ~AND~ Completed an ACEND accredited experiential or supervised practice program and provide a verification statement from the program director that conveys eligibility to take the CDR registration exam as a prospective RDN
- A list of ACEND accredited programs are located on the ACEND website or at ACEND Accredited Programs Directory
- Current VHA Dietitians that qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision may not be promoted to a higher grade if they do not meet the current RDN/RD requirements
- They work under the guidance of a Dietitian who is at the full performance level or above, performing increasingly complex tasks designed to prepare them for promotion
- Clinical Dietitians conduct nutrition assessments for patients with lower acuity using the NCP while developing skills to apply evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines
- Clinical Dietitians learn to interpret research, apply whole health principles and develop patient-centered goals
- They develop skills in accurate record keeping of clinical activities and complete patient encounters using approved systems
- Clinical Dietitians comply with The Joint Commission (TJC) requirements and other accrediting agency standards to ensure safe and quality patient care
- They collaborate with the Food Operations Section to enhance the Veterans' dining experience and ensure patient satisfaction
- GS-9 Dietitian (Clinical)
- Applicants must have 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level related to the position being filled; or a Master's Degree from a regionally accredited university or college
- Knowledge of virtual technology to provide nutrition care
- Ability to deliver patient care using the NCP (e.g., assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring and evaluation)
- Ability to apply evidence-based nutrition practices to improve patient outcomes
- Ability to develop patient-centered goals
- Ability to collect data for performance improvement studies
- Ability to collaborate with stakeholders
- They perform increasingly complex tasks under general supervision
- Clinical Dietitians conduct nutrition assessments using the NCP
- They develop skills in applying evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines, interpreting research and utilizing whole health principles to develop patient-centered goals and improve outcomes
- Clinical Dietitians also utilize virtual care technology to improve access to care
- They maintain accurate record keeping of daily clinical activities and patient encounters using approved systems
- Clinical Dietitians comply with TJC and other accrediting agency standards to ensure safe and quality patient care
- They collect data related to performance improvement activities within Nutrition and Food Services (NFS) and assist in implementing new initiatives
- Clinical Dietitians collaborate with the Food Service Section to enhance the Veterans' dining experience, support patient satisfaction and serve as a liaison between clinical units and the food service section
- GS-11 Dietitian (Clinical)
- Skill in interpreting research to apply evidence-based nutrition practices to improve patient outcomes
- Skill in developing patient-centered goals
- Skill in analyzing data for performance improvement studies
- Skill in collaborating with stakeholders
- Ability to comply with various accrediting, regulatory and agency authorities
- Assignment
- Employees in this assignment serve in a Dietitian (Clinical) full performance level position
- Clinical Dietitians conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments for Veterans using the NCP (e.g., assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring and evaluation), assuring high-quality nutrition care
- They apply evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines, interpret research and utilize whole health principles to develop patient- centered goals and improve outcomes
- Clinical Dietitians also utilize virtual care technology to improve access to care
- They are accountable for independent and accurate record keeping, autonomous coverage of daily clinical activities and efficiently completing patient encounters using approved systems
- Clinical Dietitians are knowledgeable of and ensure work accomplishments comply with TJC and other accrediting agency standards and ensure continuous improvement of safe and quality care
- They collect and analyze data related to performance improvement activities within NFS, lead activities in the implementation of new initiatives and collaborate with stakeholders
- Clinical Dietitians frequently collaborate with the food service section and leadership staff to enhance the Veteran's dining experience, support patient satisfaction and serve as a liaison between clinical units and the Food Service Section
- A pre-placement physical examination is required.
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Dietitian (Clinical) - Casa Grande, United States - Veterans Health Administration
Description
Summary
This is an open continuous announcement until 08/26/2024. Qualified applicants will be considered and referred on a bi-weekly basis as they apply and as vacancies are available.
This is located at the Casa Grande Community Based Outpatient Clinic and will split time between the Yuma and Casa Grande clinics, with Casa Grande being the parent station location.
Clinical Dietitians coordinate nutritional care of Veterans with providers, the Veteran, the Veteran's caregiver, and the community.Qualifications
PreferredExperience:
Home health experience preferred, Interdisciplinary team experience preferred, AHA BLS certified
Basic Requirements:
United States Citizenship:
Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
Foreign Education:
To be creditable, college and/or university degrees earned outside the U.S and its territories must be evaluated by ACEND and meet ACEND's International Dietitian Education standards which are designed to provide graduates with the knowledge and competencies to sit for the CDR credentialing exam
Grade Determinations:
GS-7 Dietitian (Clinical): None beyond the basic requirements
Assignment:
Employees in this assignment serve in a Dietitian (Clinical) entry-level developmental position
Experience:
In addition to the basic requirements above, applicants must possess the following grade requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
In addition, applicants must meet the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of various accrediting and regulatory requirements
Assignment:
Employees in this assignment serve in a Dietitian (Clinical) developmental position
Experience:
Applicants must have 1 year of experience as an RDN equivalent to the next lower grade level
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
In addition, applicants must meet the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): Skill in delivering patient care using the NCP (e.g.
, assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring and evaluation)References:
VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G20 - Dietitian Qualification Standards
Physical Requirements:
The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment
Duties
"Duties include but are not limited to the following: Conducts comprehensive nutrition assessments using the Nutritional Care Process (NCP), including nutrition focused physical examinations, to establish a nutrition diagnosis and determine risk and/or degree of malnutrition.Develops and implements Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to address the nutrition diagnosis, evaluates and monitors the effectiveness and outcomes of MNT interventions.
Modifies the plan as needed to achieve positive patient outcomes.Calculates nutrient requirements and necessary diet restrictions or food and drug interactions tailoring the diet prescription to each individual patient.
Documents MNT in the medical record using the Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention, Monitoring, Evaluation (ADIME) format.Functions independently and accurately when record keeping.
Identifies patients in need of nutritional support and recommends the appropriate mode of support and communicates appropriately with the health care team.
Actively participates in formal and informal interdisciplinary team meetings.Assesses educational needs and provides nutrition education/counseling for individuals and groups that is tailored to the Veteran(s).
Utilizes virtual care technology to improve access to care.
Maintains productivity standards.
Maintains accurate record keeping of daily clinical activities and completes patient encounters using approved systems.
Ensures continuous improvement of safe and quality care of Veterans.
Leads activities in the implementation of new initiatives.
Uses data in the development of measures, data evaluation, and initiation of corrective actions.
Complies with The Joint Commission requirements and other accrediting agency standards to ensure safe and quality patient care.
Collaborates with the Food Operations Section and department leadership to enhance the Veterans' dining experience, support patient satisfaction, and serve as a liaison between clinical units and the Food Operations Section.
May perform other related duties as assigned which are appropriate for this grade and assignment.This position is 100% Home Based Primary Care and will be 50% in Casa Grande and 50% in
Yuma Work Schedule:
Monday Through Friday 8:00am-4:30 pm Telework: Available (Ad-Hoc)
Virtual:
This is not a virtual position.
Permanent Change of Station (PCS):
Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Recruitment/
Relocation Incentive:
Authorized for highly qualified candidates"