Dietitian - Stanyan

JOB SUMMARY

The registered dietitian (RD) 1, collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to provide general nutrition care that is integrated with overall goals of care for adult and/or pediatric patients at risk for nutrition problems in inpatient and outpatient settings. The RD in this classification works in inpatient or outpatient pediatric and adult settings to provide nutrition care for patients with a wide range of clinical problems. Primary responsibilities include nutrition assessment, nutrition diagnosis, nutrition intervention and evaluating clinical outcomes; coordination of daily work for dietetic technician(s) (DTR) assigned to area; participation in compliance, department projects, and quality performance improvement efforts; active involvement on interdisciplinary teams and committees; and contributions to the supervision of dietetic interns, and teaching assigned classes. The RD maintains professional competence and continuing education per regulatory requirements.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

RDs are instrumental in nutrition assessment, nutrition diagnosis, nutrition intervention and evaluating clinical outcomes. This is performed at various intervals based upon nutrition risk or acuity, per policy and regulatory requirements. RDs also serve as a liaison between patients and patient food services staff with a goal of promoting customer service initiatives and patient satisfaction. Performance criteria are used to evaluate whether functions are being met. Nutrition Care Provides nutrition care according to UCSF standards of care and UCSF policies and procedures; Assesses nutritional status, plans, implements, monitors, and evaluates specialized nutrition care for patients with complex nutritional and medical diagnoses in assigned areas; Integrates nutrition care with other forms of care being provided to patient; Provides nutrition education and counseling for patients and families; #J-18808-Ljbffr University of California - San Francisco