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OverviewHiring a Clinical Dietitian for Lakes Hospital. The Clinical Dietitian coordinates the provision of medical nutrition therapy with other members of the health care team. The Clinical Dietitian identifies patients at nutrition risk, assesses nutrition needs according to age and disease specific requirements and develops, implements and monitors the nutrition care plan and outcomes of intervention. The Dietitian provides nutrition education to patient, families, health care professionals and the community. Responsibilities include support of the nutrition care delivery system, precepting of dietetic interns/students and participation in performance improvement and research activities.Responsibilities/Job DescriptionDevelops Patient’s Nutrition Care PlanCompletes nutrition assessment according to department policy.
Develops an individualized plan based on age, culture, social consideration conditions, and other relevant needs.
Collaborates with patient, family and other healthcare professionals.
Demonstrates critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Orders supplements, diets, nutrition therapy and other pertinent items according to the Medical Nutrition Therapy Protocol Policy
Documents appropriately and revises as necessary
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team for safe, quality care.
Identifies interdisciplinary resources needed to assist in implementation and makes referrals as needed.
Applies knowledge and principles established in the Medical Nutrition Therapy Practice Guidelines to determine the most appropriate action plan.
Evaluates, systematically and continuously, the patients’ response to interventions
Provides Patient/Family/Community EducationPlans and presents educational programs which meet the assessed needs and capabilities of inpatients, outpatients, community groups, and health care professionals using appropriate department educational materials and lesson plans. Considers population served.
Evaluates patient knowledge, readiness to learn, and potential for behavioral changes
Assists patients, families and community members in identifying and securing available resources to achieve necessary goals.
Serves as a preceptor and helps clients and dietetic interns/students apply nutrition knowledge and skills.
Appropriately documents in the medical record.
Maintains current educational material and resources.
Uses communication strategies to achieve desirable outcomes and enhanced teamwork.
Communicates and receives verbal and written information in a clear, concise, accurate, and timely manner.
Communicates with members of the healthcare team, patients and families and documents relevant information accordingly.
Documentation follows organizational and/or regulatory policies and procedures.
Communicates information to the appropriate personnel in the Nutrition Department
Demonstrates Quality in Practice.
Implements quality practice by following system policies/procedures, practice guidelines, and Medical Nutrition Therapy protocolsEffectively uses resources as personnel, monies, equipment and time in the provision of nutritional care.
Provides care according to organizational ethics, Code of Ethics for profession of dietetics, licensure, and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) Standards of Professional Practice (SOPP) for dietetic professionals.
Meets Joint Commission and/or other regulatory standards.
Identifies performance improvement criteria to monitor effectiveness of services and participates in the performance improvement process activities.
Systematically evaluates quality and effectiveness of practice and revises practice to incorporate evaluation results.
With specialized training, demonstrated competency, and delineated clinical privileges, may place nasoenteric access devices and bridles
Demonstrates ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population servedPartners with patient care giver in care/decision making.
Communicates in a respective manner.
Ensures a safe, secure environment.
QualificationsRequiredMinimum License/Certification/RegistrationWhat License/Certification/Registration is required for this position?Commission on Dietetic Registration/Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (A.N.D) registered
Minnesota State Licensure from the Minnesota Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Practice
Experience Minimum ExperienceWhat is the minimum level of experience needed to perform this job, if any?Up to one year as a clinical dietitian on non-specialty practice areas. One to two years of position related experience in specialty practice areas.Preferred ExperienceWhat level of experience is preferred for this job, but not required?Two to five years of experience as a clinical dietitian.Strong interpersonal and communication skills, plus good computer skills preferred.Need help finding the right job?We can recommend jobs specifically for you!Fairview Health Services (fairview.org) is an award-winning, nonprofit health system providing exceptional care across the full spectrum of health care services. Fairview is one of the most comprehensive and geographically accessible systems in the state, with 12 hospitals—including an academic medical center and long-term care hospital—serving the greater Twin Cities metro area and north-central Minnesota.Its broad continuum also includes 56 primary care clinics, specialty clinics, senior living communities, retail and specialty pharmacies, pharmacy benefit management services, rehabilitation centers, counseling and home health care services, medical transportation, an integrated provider network and health insurer PreferredOne. In partnership with the University of Minnesota, Fairview’s 32,000 employees and 2,400 affiliated providers embrace innovation to drive a healthier future through healing, discovery and education.Vaccination UpdateAs part of our ongoing efforts to protect the wellbeing of our teams and to provide a safe and healthy environment for the patients and communities we serve, all Fairview employees will be required to receive both an annual flu vaccination and the COVID-19 vaccination series. Current employees must have completed both vaccination schedules on or before October 31, 2021.Beginning August 9, 2021, any new hires who are not fully vaccinated against COVID-19 are required to receive their first dose prior to their start date and their second dose (if receiving Moderna or Pfizer vaccines) within 4 weeks of their start date. Annual flu vaccinations are also required before the employment start date for employees who begin employment during the flu season.Accommodations requests will be reviewed on an individual basis.EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status.Job Locations US-MN-WyomingRequisition Post Information : Posted Date 13 hours ago (12/1/2021 4:07 PM)Requisition ID 2021-84956Profession Non-Clinical ProfessionalSpeciality Support Services-Non Clinical (Nutrition/Housekeeping)Location Fairview Lakes Medical CenterShift dayHours per 2 weeks 38Department Nutrition Services - Clinical
