Pediatric Per Diem Inpatient Clinical Dietitian

Summary Under the general supervision of the Senior Clinical Dietitians Specialists and the Clinical Nutrition Director/Supervisor and in accordance with established policies, procedures, and departmental standards of practice, provides nutritional care to hospital patients throughout Brown University Health. Interviews patients and/or family members and reviews electronic health records to assess nutritional needs and develop nutrition plans of care. Monitors and evaluates indicators and outcomes data directly related to the nutrition diagnosis, goals, preferences, and intervention strategies to determine progress toward desired results and whether planned interventions should continue or be revised. Documents patient progress and updates nutritional plans in the electronic health record. Directs the activities of support personnel as needed. Employees model the organization’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence in everyday actions with patients, customers, and staff. Responsibilities Uses accurate and relevant data to identify nutrition-related problems. Assesses current and past information related to personal, medical, family, and psychosocial/social history. Assess anthropometric indicators (height, weight, BMI, arm circumference) and compare to reference data such as percentile ranks/z-scores. Assess laboratory profiles (acid‑base balance, renal function, endocrine function, inflammatory response, vitamin/mineral profile, lipid profile) and medical tests/procedures (e.g., gastrointestinal study, metabolic rate). Obtains, evaluates, and reassesses findings from the Nutrition‑focused physical examination (NFPE) such as indicators of vitamin/mineral deficiency or toxicity, edema, muscle wasting, subcutaneous fat loss, altered body composition, malnutrition, pressure injuries, oral health, feeding ability, appetite, affect. Obtains food and nutrition-related history including intake, administration, medication and diet supplement use, knowledge, beliefs, and attitudes toward nutrition and health behaviors. Uses reference data and standards to estimate nutrient needs and recommended body weight, BMI, and desired growth patterns. Collects and reviews data documented by dietetic technicians and other health‑care practitioners, patients, or staff for factors affecting nutrition and health status. Uses collected data to identify possible problem areas for determining nutrition diagnosis. Re‑evaluates and revises nutrition diagnoses per department standards of care. Bases intervention/plan of care on best available research/evidence, evidence‑based guidelines, and best practices. Documents nutrition care plans on the Interdisciplinary Plan of Care and routinely monitors patients’ nutritional status, updating plans per departmental standards. Participates in the discharge planning process from a nutritional perspective, recommending programs or procedures to enhance readiness for discharge. Conducts individual and group patient nutrition education both inpatient and outpatient, preparing patients and families for continued home care. Provides nutrition education through seminars and workshops for physicians, other health‑care professionals, and community peer groups. Represents Food & Nutrition Services at interdisciplinary meetings. Participates in patient satisfaction initiatives and department programs in customer service to meet the department and hospital mission, vision, and goals. Participates in department quality improvement programs and financial and productivity measures as requested. May be requested to participate in community and media programs. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Food and Nutrition or a related concentration from a U.S. accredited college/university approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). Completed ACEND‑accredited supervised practice program and passed the national examination for Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDN) by the Commission of Dietetic Registration (CDR). License as a Dietitian/Nutritionist in the state of Rhode Island within 3 months of hire. Proof of application for license submitted upon employment. Full understanding of the application of nutrition principles to human physiology in adult and pediatric disease states. Thorough knowledge of the nutrition care process and nutritional values of food and food groups. Analytical ability to identify overt and potential nutritional problems and develop nutritional plans of care. Strong analytical and critical‑thinking skills. Administrative ability to direct and coordinate the delivery of quality nutrition care in assigned areas. Maintains CDR registration through 75 hours of continuing education every five years and Rhode Island LDN of 20 hours of continuing education every two years. Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and relevant practice groups such as MNPG or PNPG preferred. Ability to resolve patient food‑service satisfaction issues via thorough knowledge of patient service operation (training provided on the job). Proficient computer skills in MS Word. MS PowerPoint and MS Excel preferred. Experience One to two years of experience as a Clinical Dietitian (preferred). Work Environment and Physical Requirements Sits, stands, and walks intermittently throughout the day. Exposed to a normal patient‑care environment when visiting patients and meeting with health‑care personnel. May be required to lift up to 10 pounds. Hazards minimized with adherence to safety precautions. Travel to off‑site facilities may be required. Supervisory Responsibility None. Pay Range — EEO Statement Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location 593 Eddy Street - Hasbro - N/A Providence, Rhode Island 02903 Work Type M‑F 8a‑5p as needed Work Shift Day Daily Hours 8 hours Driving Required No #J-18808-Ljbffr RIH Rhode Island Hospital