Clinical Dietitian-Food Service
Company: UnityPoint Health
Location: Dubuque
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview:
Sign-On Bonus: $7,500 for qualifying applicants! -Work hours will
be days, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday, for 80 hours per pay
period. There is a holiday and a weekend rotation. -The Clinical
Dietitian establishes and maintains effective multidisciplinary
relationships with the healthcare team to provide patient care that
is integrated and compatible with the patient-focused
medical/nutritional goals and objectives across a diversified area
of practice. - Primary responsibilities include application of the
Nutrition Care Process (NCP) including completion of the nutrition
assessment, determination of the nutrition diagnosis, developing
and implementing nutrition intervention(s), and monitoring and
evaluating of the patient's progress. The Clinical Dietitian has
responsibility for planning and implementing activities related to
patient nutrition care based on standards established by Aramark
Healthcare, regulatory agencies, and the client. -Why UnityPoint
Health?? -Commitment to our Team - We've been named a Top 150 Place
to Work in Healthcare 2022 by Becker's Healthcare for our
commitment to our team members.?Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you
Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by
uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right
for the people we serve.?Benefits - Our competitive Total Rewards
program offers benefits options that align with your needs and
priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.?Diversity, Equity
and Inclusion Commitment - We're committed to ensuring you have a
voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or
sexual orientation.?Development - We believe equipping you with
support and development opportunities is an essential part of
delivering a remarkable employment experience.?Community
Involvement - Be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve
the health of the people and communities we serve.?? -Visit us at
UnityPoint.org/careers to hear more from our team members about why
UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.
https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/? -? -
Responsibilities:
Inpatient Dietitian Duties/ServicesConducts patient nutrition
assessments on a population of varying acuity patients. Manages the
development and implementation plan for nutrition intervention
based on the interpretation of the Nutrition Care Process.Utilizes
assessment and evaluation techniques that consider the varied needs
of age-specific populations as well as cultural, religious, and
ethnic concerns. Assesses educational needs and the presence of
barriers to learning. Provides nutrition counseling for individuals
and groups, taking into consideration any adaptations to teaching
methods necessary to meet patient learning needsEvaluates
achievement of learning objectives by the patient and/or family.
Provides appropriate follow-ups in accordance with the patient's
treatment goals, referring patients for outpatient counseling,
community, or home health services as appropriate.Delivers
operational performance based on Aramark Healthcare and regulatory
agency standards and programs in conjunction with an analysis of
patient needs. Continually monitors, develops and implements
assessments and necessary action plans to provide optimal nutrition
care and meal service to patients/residents.Works cooperatively
with medical staff as well as food & nutrition services staff to
assure conformance to medical considerations.Provides education
that ensures compliance with food safety, sanitation, and overall
workplace safety standards within the Food and Nutrition
Department.Conducts patient and nurse rounding to drive
satisfaction scores.Maintains clinical productivity standards and
accurate record keeping of daily activities.Collaborates with
others in committees, work groups or projects designed to improve
services. Seeks opportunities for quality improvement and
participates in problem solving and resolution of issues.Basic UPH
Performance Criteria - - - - - - - - Demonstrates the UnityPoint
Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to
policies and procedures and safety guidelines.Demonstrates ability
to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable
attendance.Employee maintains current licenses and/or
certifications required for the position.Practices and reflects
knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state
regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.Completes all annual
education and competency requirements within the calendar year.Is
knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements
for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and
Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or
concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of
hospital administrative staff. - Takes appropriate action on
concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.
Qualifications:
-Minimum RequirementsIdentify items that are minimally required to
perform the essential functions of this position.Preferred or
SpecializedNot required to perform the essential functions of the
position.Education: - - - - - - - - - - - Bachelor's Degree
-Experience: - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1 to 2 years of clinical
dietitian experienceLicense(s)/Certification(s): - - - - - - - - -
- - Certification as a Registered Dietitian - - - - - - - -
Licensed in the state of Iowa - - - - - - - - Certification as a
Certified Diabetes EducatorKnowledge/Skills/Abilities: - - - - - -
- - - - - - Ability to communicate effectively in English, both
verbally and in writing. - - - - - - - - Computer knowledge to
include word and data processing. - - - - - - - - Understanding of
the proper use of patients' protected health information. -Other: -
- - - - - - - - - - Use of usual and customary equipment used to
perform essential functions of the position. - - - - - - - - -
Current National Provider Identifier (NPI) number
Keywords: UnityPoint Health, Dubuque , Clinical Dietitian-Food Service, Healthcare , Dubuque, Iowa
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