Registered Clinical Dietitian, Inpatient

WakeMed Health & HospitalsRaleigh, NC
85d

About The Position

The Clinical Dietitian uses evidence-based research and nutrition focused physical assessments to develop and implement nutrition intervention(s) and monitor and evaluate patient progress in providing medical nutrition therapy. Evaluates the loss of specific muscles and subcutaneous body fat to determine the presence and degree of recommended malnutrition based on characteristics agreed upon by the clinical dietitian staff and management. Demonstrates extensive knowledge of specialized nutrition support (parenteral and enteral) principles and practices, such as electrolyte management. Safely and appropriately orders macro- and micronutrients, fluid, electrolytes and medications (insulin and acid suppression medication) for use in parenteral nutrition solutions and triages issues and concerns of nutrition support patients based on the clinical assessment of the patient. Participates in Quality Assessment Performance Improvement (QAPI) efforts to ensure nutrition care is safe and effective for the patient(s). Actively participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and patient conferences. Safely and appropriately orders therapeutic diets and oral nutrition supplements. Provides food and nutrition-related in-services and education as assigned. Contributes to the development and revision of clinical nutrition policies and procedures.

Requirements

  • Registered Dietitian Required
  • Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist Required
  • Bachelor's Degree in Food and Nutrition Required

Nice To Haves

  • Master's Degree in Food and Nutrition Preferred
  • 1 Year Clinical - Dietitian/Nutritionist Preferred

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement nutrition interventions based on evidence-based research.
  • Monitor and evaluate patient progress in providing medical nutrition therapy.
  • Evaluate loss of specific muscles and subcutaneous body fat to assess malnutrition.
  • Order macro- and micronutrients, fluid, electrolytes, and medications for parenteral nutrition.
  • Triage issues and concerns of nutrition support patients based on clinical assessments.
  • Participate in Quality Assessment Performance Improvement (QAPI) efforts.
  • Actively participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and patient conferences.
  • Order therapeutic diets and oral nutrition supplements.
  • Provide food and nutrition-related in-services and education.
  • Contribute to the development and revision of clinical nutrition policies and procedures.
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