Job Title: Clinical Dietitian - Kidney Transplant Program
Description
Employment Status:
Full time
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Facility:
1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke CP01 Carilion Medical Center.
Requisition Number:
R156211 Clinical Dietitian - Kidney Transplant Program (Open)
How You'll Help Transform Healthcare:
Full-time RD position to work with new Kidney Transplant Program covering inpatient and outpatient adult and pediatric renal patients. Weekend coverage 6-7 times per year.
Sign on Bonus: $15,000
Plans and provides medical nutrition therapy and client education for inpatients and outpatients ranging from neonates to geriatrics. Conducts individualized nutrition assessment and evaluation and implements appropriate medical nutrition therapy approaches. Provides advanced and specialized nutrition support and communicates recommendations for changes in patient treatment plan to physicians and hospital staff, Documents recommendations and monitors changes and patient outcomes. Facilitates the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and protocols related to nutrition care. Evaluates and tracks data for outcomes and related performance improvement measures and makes recommendations to improve quality. Develops and oversees patient and staff educational materials regarding evidence-based medical nutrition therapy. Serves as the nutrition resource to the healthcare team.
Responds to inpatient consults and outpatient referrals and establishes appropriate plan of care.
Evaluates the nutritional status of inpatients and outpatients of all ages and recommends appropriate nutrition intervention based on the age-specific patient population. Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately assess patients of all ages.
Develops, implements, and documents in the medical record, the nutritional plan of care in collaboration with other health care providers with follow-up. Documents results of assessments, intervention recommendations and nutritional progress in the medical record.
Identifies and documents evidence-based criteria to support a physician's diagnosis of malnutrition. Coordinates documentation with Clinical Documentation Integrity medical coders to accurately reflect clinical care.
Calculates, evaluates, and documents the assessment of specialized and advanced enteral and parenteral nutrition support according to ASPEN guidelines.
Collaborates with inpatients and outpatients to identify individualized educational needs. Coordinates individual and group instructional activities.
Serves as the nutrition educator for individuals and groups; plans and provides presentations for the public, civic organizations, business and industry, and healthcare care providers (i.e., medical students, residents, physicians, nurses, and staff members) regarding nutrition topics. Conducts media interviews and writes articles for publication. May serve as clinical preceptor for dietetic interns.
Collaborates with physicians and other members of the healthcare team to develop and implement evidence-based nutrition protocols, as well as educational programs and materials to meet the needs of the target population. Actively participates in multidisciplinary team meetings established for inpatient units. Acts as a liaison between nutrition services and other departments.
Cooperates with management and staff to meet the goals and objectives of the department.
Develops and executes performance improvement and quality assurance projects with Director of Clinical Nutrition.
Monitors and reports quality and productivity on a regular and timely basis. Assists the Director of Clinical Nutrition in coordinating activities of flex resource staff.
What We Require:
Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics or equivalent 4 years of experience required.
Experience: Completion of an American Dietetic Association approved internship or clinical experience required. Licensure/Certification: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (R.D.N.) ; Certified Diabetes Educator (C.D.E.) desired for the Diabetes Education Program for Critical Care, Oncology and Trauma Services, Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (C.N.S.C.) preferred. Registration eligible to become an RDN required, must work under the supervision of an RDN, registration to be attained within 90 days of hire. Other: Effective interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills required. Keyboarding skills required for automated computer systems, including electronic medical records. Must successfully complete orientation and competency for position.
Recruiter:
TAMIKA RICKMAN
Recruiter Email:
tdrickman@carilionclinic.org
For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.
Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life at work and when you're away.
When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
Discounts on childcare
Continued education and training
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Job ID: 81213814
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