Clinical Dietitian - PT en Magruder Hospital

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Following a Nutrition Care Process – Assesses, plans, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates nutritional care with regard to diagnosis, individual needs, current nutritional interventions, and in accordance to established hospital policies. The Clinical Dietitian’s primary focus is the in-patient setting with some outpatient functions, as needed.

•      Checks that the diet is appropriate to the diagnosis for entire length of stay and any changes in status/diagnosis
• Diet history screenings done by nursing are reviewed by the dietitian for accuracy by conducting a pre-assessment screen in a prompt and accurate fashion according to information available in the EMR. Upon review, Clinical Dietitianwill determine if a full nutritional assessment is needed according to a pre-determined Nutrition Risk Factor, per protocol.
• Performs and documents accurate and timely nutritional assessments/ reassessments according to Department protocols using the Nutrition Care Process and correlates with other healthcare plans.
• Performs  assessments and reassessments using appropriate Standardized Nutrition Language and avoiding dangerous abbreviations. The assessment includes, as available, a Food/Nutrition-Related History, Biochemical Data, Medical Tests, and Procedures, Nutrition-Focused Physical Findings, and Client History. A current Nutrition Risk level is also assigned.
• An accurate and appropriate Nutrition Diagnosis is made and documented which includes PES (Problem, Etiology, Signs/Symptoms) statements with the etiology relating to the problem/s that can be treated.
• Documents and arranges for appropriate Nutrition Interventions and Goals that correspond to the most significant nutrition diagnosis  that can be impacted while the patient is in the hospital.  Ensures the plan is carried out and communicated to other team members.  Interventions may include recommendations, arrangements, and monitoring plans (Goals) as they relate to the Food and/or Nutrient Deliver, Nutrition Education, Nutrition Counseling, and Coordination of Nutrition Care.
• Monitors, evaluates, and documents  outcomes of patient nutritional care appropriately by collecting and reviewing data pertaining to interventions and goals selected for the patient (i.e./ Appetite Checks, Calorie Counts, Parenteral/Enteral Intake, Wt. history, Lab Changes, Skin Changes.)
• Arranges, documents, and provides diet education and counseling for individuals and families
• Education and counseling are done in a timely manner considering current nutritional principles, dietary plans, food selection, and economics by adapting plans to the individual's lifestyle and learning needs.
• Utilizes appropriate tools in the provision of nutritional care, by using a current diet manual, nutrition references and nutrition software.
• Assists and supports the Director of Nutritional Services, as needed for other duties requested
• Examples of other duties but not limited to: outpatient scheduling, counseling, patient menu planning, resource for hospitality associates/meal trays; MMM in-service education, policy/procedure review yearly; Cardiac Rehab, Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support Services, and other program/departmental needs.

• Routinely plans and organizes resources to complete duties in a timely manner.
• Participates in continuing education opportunities in a manner consistent with the requirements to remain a registered and licensed dietitian.
• Maintains  accurate and timely records that  are readily available, including registration, licensure, in-services, education, Care Learning, and competency.
• Helps to maintain safety, sanitation, and infections control standards (i.e./ hand hygiene monitoring)
• Monthly, records Performance Improvement data and assists in Quality Improvement plans, and Departmental Quality Control Statistics in a timely manner.
• Evidences the knowledge and ability to assess and interpret data about the patient’s growth and development to identify each patients needs and provide the appropriate care. Includes age related care where appropriate: 
  • Infant
  • Pediatric
  • Adolescence
  • Adult
  • Geriatric

• Only a licensed and registered dietitian can legally perform nutritional assessments.  The practice has specific guidelines that are unique to the profession, such as the International Dietetics and Nutrition Terminology which spells out a Standardized Language for the Nutrition Care Process which is very prescriptive
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions; ensures compliance with Joint Commission and other external and internal regulatory agencies.
• Maintains the integrity of confidential patient information in accordance with HIPAA and hospital policy, including accessing, using and disclosing patient information relevant to the individual employee’s job duties.  Also maintains confidentiality of other customer and hospital business affairs.
• Adheres to the standards of Magruder Hospital’s corporate compliance policies and seeks guidance and training when necessary to resolve questions about the policies.  Reports violations in accordance with corporate compliance and organizational standards.
• Attendance is an essential function of this position.  Reports to work on time and as scheduled; Shows respect for co-workers by following established break times;   Keeps personal conversations and telephone calls to a minimum.
• Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Other duties as assigned