Dietitian - Outpatient

Ranked #1 for Safety, Quality and Patient Satisfaction, Jupiter Medical Center is the leading destination for world-class health care in Palm Beach County and the greater Treasure Coast. Outstanding physicians, state-of-the-art facilities, innovative techniques and a commitment to serving the community enables Jupiter Medical Center to meet a broad range of patient needs. Jupiter Medical Center is the only hospital in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties to receive a 4-star quality and safety rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Education B.S. degree, Completion of an education program that meets the standards and is accredited by ACEND through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Experience / Qualifications Registration through the Commission of Dietetic Registration with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and Licensed in Florida. Prior experience in a clinical health care setting for a minimum of 3 years BLS Certified (CPR) Expert knowledge of health, nutrition, weight management, physical activity, fitness Strong motivational patient interviewing skills Proficiency in multiple EMR systems, Microsoft Office: Word, Power Point, Outlook Comfortable with using telehealth platforms for patient encounters Competency in providing nutrition care for the following patient populations: Infants, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults and Geriatrics Self-motivated and able to collaborate with Diabetes Registered Nurse (RN) Educator Certified Diabetes Educator preferred or willing to obtain certification Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus Position Summary Responsible for providing diabetes self-management education through individual counseling and in a group setting. Collaborates with Diabetes RN educator and regularly reviews and revises the curriculum for the Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support program to reflect current evidence. In addition, provides Diabetes Education Inpatient consultations when Diabetes RN educator is not available Provides medical nutrition therapy that is integrated with the patient’s medical goals and includes assessment of the patient’s nutrition requirements, development of individualized nutrition care plans and goals. Evaluates, interprets, monitors and documents the nutritional status and nutritional needs of patients using American Diabetes Association Standards and Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) evidence-based guidelines. Identifies and provides age-specific nutrition counseling to meet the cultural needs of the patients and their families. Dietitian is also responsible for comprehensive education of family, staff and community on all nutrition related topics. Establishing Relationships Builds effective networks, working relationships, and alliances in order to collaborate effectively within department and organization. Can relate to all kinds of people regardless of background; find topics and common interests that can be used to build rapport with others. Inspiring and Motivating Others Fosters commitment and cohesiveness by facilitating cooperation and working as a team within the organization toward goal accomplishments. Work well with others, build consensus, and ensure cooperation to complete tasks and positive workflow. Acting with Integrity Interacts with others in a way that is seen as direct and truthful; ensures confidence in individual and organizational motives and representations. Acts in a way that is consistent with personal and organizational values by keeping confidence, promises, and commitments. Clearly states goals and beliefs; informs people of their true intentions, does what they say they will do; follows through on commitments. Being a Champion for Change and Innovation Supports people in their efforts to try new things. Things creatively, generates novel and valuable ideas and uses these ideas to develop new or improved processes. Accepts new ways of doing things and adapts to change. Communicating Effectively Speaks and writes clearly, conveys information in a concise, organized, and logical manner. Is adept at tailoring the message to fit the interests and needs of the audience. Listens attentively and exercises tact, discretion, and diplomacy when interacting with members of the department and organization. Promoting Diversity and Inclusion Treats all people with dignity and respect. Demonstrates an open-minded approach to understanding people regardless of their gender, age, race, national origin, religion, ethnicity, disability status, or other characteristics. Challenge’s bias and intolerance. Develops all-inclusive groups in the realms of social interaction and communication. Shows respect for the beliefs of others; encourages and promotes practices that support cultural diversity; discourages behaviors or practices that may be perceived as unfair, biased, or critical toward people with certain backgrounds. Physical Requirements Able to perform prolonged sitting for 2 hours or more per day. Able to perform intense keying for up to 2 hours per day. Able to perform intermittent keying for up to 4 hours or more per day. Able to perform phone work and keying or writing simultaneously. Able to grip a Dynamometer with a force > 10 lbs. Able to pinch with a force > 2 lbs. for 10 seconds. Able to reach forward 16-17 inches from the body. Able to bend the torso forward more than 20 degrees and twist sideways. Able to squat. Able to lift/push/pull 20 lbs. Able to carry a 10 lbs. weight over a distance of 25 ft. Threshold Requirements These threshold requirements are required and completed yearly basis Annual Joint Commission mandatory education requirements, in-service and health requirements including attendance at new employee orientation TB/PPD Surveillance Program Maintenance of required professional licensing and/or certification(s). 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