NICU Registered Dietitian (FT- 1.0 FTE, Day Shift)

Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital•Bozeman, MT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary: Provides inpatient clinical nutrition services to Bozeman Deaconess Hospital patients, specifically but not limited to neonatal intensive care unit, nursery, and inpatient pediatrics. Completes nutrition assessments and other services per policy. Manages NICU milk room. Assists with preparation of milk for NICU patients as needed Attends meetings and care conferences, and provides input regarding all aspects of clinical nutrition care, including participation in NICU rounds.

Requirements

Required B.A. or B.S. degree in Nutrition and Dietetics
Montana Licensure (Nutritionist) required within 30 days of hire (and before beginning direct patient care)
Registration from the Commission on Dietetic Registration
2 years clinical pediatric/NICU nutrition experience
Successful completion of ADA/CDR approved internship - Registration Eligible
Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times
Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Creativity, problem analysis and decision making
Self-directed, completes assignments accurately, thoroughly and with minimal oversight
Detail oriented, organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentiality
Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment

Nice To Haves

MS in Nutrition and Dietetics
Board certified by CDR as a specialist in pediatric nutrition (CSP)

Responsibilities

Conducts and documents nutrition screens, assessments and consults including nutrition support and critical care MNT for inpatients of BDHS.
Provides nutrition education to patients and families.
Participates as liaison between other patient service departments and food services.
Communicates patient nutrition needs to other clinical departments and providers.
Manages the milk room (ordering donor milk, supplies, formula), quality oversight of policies and procedures for mixing milk, handling milk, and infection control.
Participates in multi-disciplinary care conferences and hospital committees as assigned.
Bills for professional services.
Works with department manager on establishing standards of care, policy and procedures.
Coordinates patient care with outside agencies, clinics and other health care professionals.
Completes monthly QI monitors and implements actions for improvement.
Provides in-service training for nursing and other departments as requested.
Mentors Students and organizing work experiences.
Participates in community education activities.
Monitors performance and in-services of Menu Representative as requested.
Participate and assists with coordination of on-call responsibilities.