DIETICIAN - PT .4

Jackson County Regional Health Center•Maquoketa, IA

3h•Onsite

About The Position

According to established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, the Registered Dietitian (RD) reviews data from all patients’ medical records to perform the nutrition care process. The RD performs in depth nutrition assessment to determine the nutrition diagnosis. Appropriate nutrition intervention is recommended. The dietitian must monitor and evaluate the nutrition care plan, determine when resolved or make another recommendation of improvement in nutritional status. The duties of the dietitian are technical in nature and require coordination of care with physicians, nurses, pharmacists and other health professionals. Provides patient, staff, and community education. The dietician provides nutrition education to patients enrolled in the Diabetes Education Program as outlined via the National Standards for the program and as directed by the Program Coordinator. The RD may also provide nutrition consults for outpatients, cardiac rehab patients and pulmonary rehab patients.

Requirements

Medical Nutrition Therapy
Nutritional Assessment and Diagnosis
Nutritional science, including macronutrients and micronutrients
Enteral Nutrition and Feeding Methods
Food Safety and Sanitation
Nutrition Research and Evidence- Based Practice
Diabetes pathophysiology and management
Glucose monitoring and management
Behavioral change theories and education strategies
Nutrition's role in diabetes management
Medications and their implications for disease management
Assessment and Diagnostic Skills
Communication Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
Organization and Time Management
Collaboration and Teamwork
Multitasking
Attention to Detail
Cultural Competence
Adaptability to tailor education and support to diverse populations
Ethical Decision-Making
Education ability to stay updated on latest nutrition and diabetes research and treatment
Technological Proficiency
Limited: Work requires limited responsibility for material resources. Examples of resources could include supplies, equipment, inventories, small budgets, and other similar material assets. The employee has a limited amount of control over these resources. The cost of error is also limited in terms of damage, waste or financial loss. Problems associated with material resources are not complex. The volume of resources may vary, but the level of difficulty in dealing with these resources is uncomplicated.
Co-workers/JCRHC Employees, General Public/Visitors/Volunteers, Physicians/ Medical Office Staff, Patients, Diabetes Advisory Board, Community, Families, and Significant Others.
Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition or related field
Completion of Dietetic Internship
Licensed Dietitian in the state of Iowa
Registered Dietitian with American Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Must obtain dietitian registration and license within 6 months
Dependent Adult/Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training, within timelines established in Licensure, Registration, Certification and Life Saving training policy.
Licensed Dietitian
Registered Dietitian
Preferred 2 years in healthcare setting.
Interaction is with a variety of people inside or outside the organization. Communications are of moderate difficulty and sensitivity. Contact with others may involve detailed and lengthy dialogues & exchanges of information. Requires a moderate amount of interpersonal skills. Interactions involve dealing with moderately complicated problem situations or stressful encounters.
There is limited exposure to moderately adverse and undesirable environmental conditions. There are some health and safety risks. Position may require safety equipment and precautions. The amount of time the employee may experience these moderate conditions is limited to 10% or less of their workday
Possible Exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens: Yes
Adheres to the “Values and Behavior Statement” of Jackson County Regional Health Center.
Adheres to HIPAA and maintains confidentiality as relates to all patient and medical information.
Works in a safe manner at all times and adheres to our safety programs and service expectations.

Nice To Haves

Diabetic Education focus

Responsibilities

Assessing Nutritional Needs
Developing Individualized Nutrition Care Plans
Educating and Counseling Clients
Monitoring and Evaluating Progress
Collaborating with Healthcare Teams
Collaborate with Nutrition Services Manager for meal planning and nutrition guidance of meal preparation
Maintaining Documentation
Provide diabetes education for blood glucose monitoring, medication management, nutrition management and health lifestyle changes
Offer support and motivation to help patients adopt healthier behaviors and manage health effectively
Engage in community education efforts to raise awareness of health and disease management
Keep abreast of the latest research, guidelines and technologies in MNT
Nutritional Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention, and Support
Develops and Implements Nutrition Care Plans
Patient Education and Counseling
Assists with menu planning
Community Outreach & inclusion in Diabetes Support Group as needed
Participate in the planning and evaluation of DSMES service