Dietitian

Trinity Health • Des Moines, IA

34d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for assessing the nutritional status and providing individualized nutrition care plans and education from the analysis of the electronic medical record and patient interview for each patient utilizing specialized knowledge and skills. It is the obligation of each employee of Mercy Medical Center to abide by and promote the mission and core values of the Spirit of Mercy. It is the obligation of each employee of Mercy Medical Center to comply with Mercy’s mission, values, standards of conduct, policies, procedures and related practices (e.g. Dress Code, Time and Attendance, and other policies). HIPAA SECURITY COMPLIANCE: Security Access: High “Incumbent has access to restricted or confidential patient information and must comply with the terms of the Mercy Medical Center Security Policies as it applies to their job role.”

Requirements

• A professional level of knowledge in nutrition and dietetics, which acquired by completing a regular, four-year college program with a Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics.
• Completion of the Coordinated Undergraduate Program, Internship Program or other qualifying experience approved by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is required.
• Registration eligible upon completion of an approved internship program or qualifying experience and successfully taking and passing the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) exam. Failure to pass the CDR exam within two (2) attempts will result in the termination of the employee’s employment status.
• Current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration is required.
• Current license with the State of Iowa for Dietetic Practice is required.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training for child and dependent adult abuse within three (3) months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Credentialing in an area of specialization, if available, is desired.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments, interventions, and education for oncology and hematology patients across the young adult, adult, and geriatric populations, utilizing specialized knowledge and technical skills to optimize nutritional status.
• Provide daily individualized nutrition counseling for outpatients in medical oncology, radiation oncology, and surgical oncology.
• Assess nutritional needs; educate patients and families on appropriate diet selections; and recommend interventions such as oral supplementation or enteral nutrition support.
• Document nutrition assessments, care plans, and follow-up evaluations clearly and accurately in the medical record.
• Participate in weekly tumor boards and interdisciplinary patient care conferences in radiation therapy.
• Perform in-depth nutrition assessments, including evaluation of medical and nutrition history, laboratory data, weight trends, and anthropometric measurements.
• Analyze energy and nutrient needs using appropriate calculations and modeling, and communicate recommendations to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide in-service education to oncology nurses, dietitians, social workers, and other hospital staff on nutrition assessment and management of oncology patients.
• Respond to nutrition-related inquiries from patients, staff, and external sources via telephone.
• Attend departmental and interdisciplinary meetings; collaborate regularly with the manager to discuss performance, goals, and departmental needs.
• Deliver individualized outpatient nutrition education upon referral and communicate outcomes and recommendations to referring providers.
• Develop and lead patient education classes using a variety of instructional materials (e.g., presentations, handouts, visual aids).
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives as assigned.
• Support or conduct formal educational sessions on nutrition and diet therapy, with emphasis on oncology and hematology care.

Benefits

• Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level