Outpatient Clinical Dietitian - Nutritional Services - St. Mary

This job coordinates the nutritional care of patients. Completes nutritional assessments, prepares nutrition care plans, recommends nutritional therapies, and monitors the effectiveness of nutritional care. Provides nutrition education to promote improved health and complies with regulatory requirements. Conducts and participates in community education, marketing, and public relations efforts. Attends committee meetings as assigned. Participates in in‑services and continuing education programs. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all‑inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion. Preferred Education Required – Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or related field Preferred Work Experience Required – None Preferred – 1 year clinical work experience with knowledge of normal and therapeutic nutrition, nutrition screening and support principles, and modified diets Preferred Certifications Required – Registered Dietitian status with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Current licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist status with LBEDN Preferred – Certification In Specialty Area Minimum Certification: Applicant must meet the examination eligibility requirements to become a Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics AND must be provisionally licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist with LBEDN. Upon hire, Employee must successfully pass the registration exam and become licensed within 12 months of hire date. Minimum Education Required – Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or related field Minimum Work Experience Required – None Minimum – 1 Year Clinical Work Experience Preferred – 1 year clinical work experience with knowledge of normal and therapeutic nutrition, nutrition screening and support principles, and modified diets Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information. Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally. Must be proficient with Windows‑style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard. Strong interpersonal skills. Strong personal commitment to professional development and maintaining clinical services that are evidence based. Excellent analytical skills to assess nutritional status and develop appropriate care plans based on problems identified. Excellent organisational and prioritization skills to meet frequent deadlines. Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities. Job Duties Assesses patients’ nutritional needs and creates nutrition care plans. Provides nutritional education and counseling. Documents records completely and accurately. Supports departmental goals. Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style. Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance‑related concerns. Physical and Environmental Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Medium Work – Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The job may involve walking or standing to a significant degree; pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid, and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role. Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr