clinical dietitian - , NC, United States - State of North Carolina

Description

Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center (BMNTC) is currently accepting applications for a full-time Clinical Dietitian.


IMPORTANT NOTE:
Please keep this in mind when completing your application.

When we screen applications to determine whether the applicant is qualified for the position, we use the Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and the Minimum Education & Experience Requirements.

Please address each of these requirements, in as much detail as possible, within the body of your application.

Your application will be considered incomplete if it lacks sufficient information for us to complete our screening and salary determination processes.

This position provides high quality, nutritionally balanced meals, nourishment and medical nutrition supplements to residents of BMNTC. This department also provides clinical nutrition care for the BMNTC programs. Service is provided 7 days a week/365 days a year. Some residents require highly specialized dietary management for acute or chronic conditions.

This position functions as a member of an interdisciplinary team and participates as a knowledgeable resource in the planning of the needs of our residents.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Director of Professional Services.

This position is designated M
ANDATORY and MUST report or stay over during adverse weather and/or other emergencies.

Per G.S c1) (37), this position is Exempt from all provisions of NC General Statute Chapter 126 (State Human Resources Act) with the exception of Articles 6 and 7.

The responsibilities of our Clinical Dietitian include, but are not limited to, the following:

* completing Nutritional Assessments and Care Plans
* consulting with residents to determine feeding skills and nutritional needs
* developing special meal plans and calculating tube feedings
* developing, implementing, and following up with nutritional plans of care
* documenting MDS in MDS 3.0
* functioning seamlessly as a member of an interdisciplinary team
* participating in care plan team meetings to report on current nutrition plans of care for residents
* reviewing monthly weights for all residents, informing the medical team of significant changes, and making recommendations for nutrition interventions when needed to help maintain optimal nutritional status
* providing education and training to staff and caregivers
* observing resident mealtimes and residential dining rooms, making recommendations as needed to enhance the dining experience

The usual work schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Flexibility is required for training/educational purposes and when required to meet the needs of the facility.

ABOUT BLACK MOUNTAIN NEURO-MEDICAL TREATMENT CENTER:

Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center is one of three state operated facilities serving adults with chronic and complex medical conditions that co-exist with neurodevelopmental or neurocognitive disorders often related to a diagnosis of severe and persistent mental illness or intellectual disability.

The health and physical status of these residents require 24-hour supervision, daily nursing care, and assistance with activities of daily living.

OUR MISSION STATEMENT:

We are a specialized long-term care facility focusing on maintaining quality of life and dignity for adults with neurocognitive or neurodevelopmental disorders with coexisting complex medical and behavioral needs whose level of support extends beyond that which can be provided in family or community living settings.

We are committed to providing individualized compassionate care delivered by highly skilled staff.

For more information about Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center, please visit

Neuro-Medical Treatment Centers | NCDHHS

The successful candidate will return to the Work Experience section of the application and thoroughly document, in detail, that they possess the following:

• Functional and considerable knowledge of the accepted principles of nutrition, dietetics, and food service management as well as principles of diet therapy and disease and therapeutic diets
• Knowledge of current trends and professional practices in clinical dietetics
• Ability to assess, design, and implement nutritional care plans for individuals
• Ability to communicate with caregivers and various staff groups to provide training as needed

Management Preferences:

• One year of experience in working with adults with neuro-degenerative disorders, dementia and intellectual disabilities with complex medical and behavioral needs.
• One year of experience providing clinical dietetic services in a skilled nursing facility setting.

To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form.

Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

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KSA Terms

Basic Knowledge - implies familiarity with the basic principles and terminology of a field to work effectively in a limited range of work situations.

Intermediate Knowledge - implies sufficient knowledge of the subject to enable the employee to work effectively within a normal range of standard work situations with only general supervision.

Thorough Knowledge - The advanced comprehensive knowledge of the subject to enable the employee to work independently without direct supervision and to assume responsibility for the solution of unusual as well as commonplace work problems, advise on technical questions, and plan methods for difficult work situations.

This degree of knowledge means that the work calls for a complete mastery and understanding of the occupational field.

The successful candidate will return to both the Education section of the application
AND the Work Experience section of the application and thoroughly document, in detail, that they possess the following:

Master's degree in foods and nutrition or a related area from an appropriately accredited institution that is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (
AND)


AND
current registration, in good standing, administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR);

OR

Bachelor's degree in foods and nutrition, dietetics, or related area from an appropriately accredited institution that is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (
AND)


AND
current registration, in good standing, administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)


AND
two years of experience in a clinical dietary setting.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience.

If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.

See Education and Experience Equivalency Guide | NC Office of Human Resources for details.

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North Carolina State Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities are subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks.

The use of tobacco products of any kind, including vapor products, is prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone.

To check the status of your application, please log in to your account.

You will receive either a call to schedule an interview or an e-mail notifying you when the job has been filled.

For technical issues with your application, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact HR at

ABOUT NC DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES (DHHS):

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) serves the needs of the most vulnerable of North Carolinians and, in order to accomplish this, we hire only the most dedicated and caring individuals.

Finding qualified clinical professionals to treat and care for our clients is a continual challenge as demand for services grows and the availability of providers struggles to keep pace.

We are seeking a motivated individual who is up for this challenge and is dedicated to our mission of providing North Carolinians with the very best in clinical care.

For more information about the NC Department of Health and Human Services, please visit


NC DHHS:
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.


COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits.

Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).

Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

For more information about compensation and benefits, please visit


NC OSHR:
Benefits.