- Possession of a valid license issued by IDFPR (Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation) as a Registered Dietitian OR
- Successful completion of an internship program recognized by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics as a Registered Dietitian
- Specialty certification is required within 6 months from the time required practice hours are documented. However, if clinical practice does not comprise 50% or more in a specialized area, specialty certification is not mandatory.
- In collaboration with the multidisciplinary health care team, assesses the nutritional status of patients based on the unique requirements of the diagnosis, biochemical anthropometrics, physical, dietary data, and developmental needs in accordance with standards of practice and hospital policy. Documents initial nutritional assessment and follow-up according to established format and time frames.
- Provides nutritional counseling and age specific education assisting patients and/or their significant other(s) in making desired changes in eating habits. Follows all HIPPA guidelines, maintaining confidentiality of position acquired information.
- Promotes cost effective and appropriate patient care utilizing nutritional supplements/enteral products and department education materials. Monitors patient nutritional status during regular scheduled meal rounds.
- Performance a Nutrition Focused Physical Exam and follow up per hospital policy. Documentation includes level of malnutrition when appropriate and per evidence based standards.
- Assists with the development, data collection and evaluation of department policies and procedures, patient menus, enteral products, quality indicators and productivity standards. Conducts required number of patient meal rounds per month.
- Assists with the training and evaluation of Patient Food Service employees ensuring an understanding of department policies and procedures and guidelines for clinical nutrition care.
- Conducts a variety of education programs and presentations as requested for health care professionals, System employees and the community, maintaining accurate documentation of community service hours.
- Performs all aspects of job in an environment that optimizes patient, customer and environmental safety and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and compliance efforts.
- Utilizes team approach to provide technical support and coverage during meal periods as needed by patients, departmental staff and fellow healthcare professionals.
- Works in a collaborative manner with team in providing all inpatient, outpatient, and community services.
- The Nutrition Care Process is used when assessing, educating and following up with patients. A PES statement, Nutrition diagnosis, Nutrition Intervention with a goal and Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation are included. ENCPT terminology is used appropriately.
clinical dietitian - Rockford, IL , USA, United States - SwedishAmerican
Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
# As a member of the multidisciplinary health care team, screens, assesses, intervenes and educates patients at nutritional risk.#
Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as, Health System initiatives.
EDUCATION/TRAINING:
#Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics or related field from an accredited facility
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
Possession of a valid license issued by IDFPR (Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation) as a Registered Dietitian OR Successful completion of an internship program recognized by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics as a Registered Dietitian Specialty certification is required within 6 months from the time required practice hours are documented.
However, if clinical practice does not comprise 50% or more in a specialized area, specialty certification is not mandatory.EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.# Knowledge of nutrition and dietary principles and familiarity with medical terminology common to nutrition.#
Ability to effectively interact and communicate with physicians and all levels of staff and with patients, visitors and members of the community.
# Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.#ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
# In collaboration with the multidisciplinary health care team, assesses the nutritional status of patients based on the unique requirements of the diagnosis, biochemical anthropometrics, physical, dietary data, and developmental needs in accordance with standards of practice and hospital policy. Documents initial nutritional assessment and follow-up according to established format and time frames. Provides nutritional counseling and age specific education assisting patients and/or their significant other(s) in making desired changes in eating habits.# Follows all HIPPA guidelines, maintaining confidentiality of position acquired information. Promotes cost effective and appropriate patient care utilizing nutritional supplements/enteral products and department education materials. Monitors patient nutritional status during regular scheduled meal rounds. Performance a Nutrition Focused Physical Exam and follow up per hospital policy. Documentation includes level of malnutrition when appropriate and per evidence based standards. # Assists with the development, data collection and evaluation of department policies and procedures, patient menus, enteral products, quality indicators and productivity standards.## Conducts required number of patient meal rounds per month. Assists with the training and evaluation of Patient Food Service employees ensuring an understanding of department policies and procedures and guidelines for clinical nutrition care. Conducts a variety of education programs and presentations as requested for health care professionals, System employees and the community, maintaining accurate documentation of community service hours. Performs all aspects of job in an environment that optimizes patient, customer and environmental safety and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and compliance efforts. Utilizes team approach to provide technical support and coverage during meal periods as needed by patients, departmental staff and fellow healthcare professionals. Works in a collaborative manner with team in providing all inpatient, outpatient, and community services. The Nutrition Care Process is used when assessing, educating and following up with patients. A PES statement, Nutrition diagnosis, Nutrition Intervention with a goal and Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation are included. #ENCPT terminology is used appropriately. # Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.
Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day.
#Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.
# EOE, including disability/veterans.#POSITION SUMMARY:
As a member of the multidisciplinary health care team, screens, assesses, intervenes and educates patients at nutritional risk.
Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as, Health System initiatives.
EDUCATION/TRAINING:
Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics or related field from an accredited facility.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities. Knowledge of nutrition and dietary principles and familiarity with medical terminology common to nutrition.
Ability to effectively interact and communicate with physicians and all levels of staff and with patients, visitors and members of the community.
Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.
Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day.
Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.
EOE, including disability/veterans.