Dietitian - Nutrition Therapy

Clinical Dietitian

The Clinical Dietitian is responsible for all aspects of Food and Nutrition Services Department. The Clinical Dietitian responsible for formulating and implementing optimal nutrition therapy and evaluating outcomes for neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Clinical Dietitians also perform a variety of routine tasks and operations to prepare and/or assist in cooking, patient tray assembly, ware-washing and sanitation in the dietary department. The Clinical Dietitian is responsible for calculating food costs, measuring meal production, calculation meal equivalents, determining menu item prices, menu planning, estimating staffing needs, calculating FTEs, emergency planning, food safety, food storage guidelines, and controlling costs in foodservice. The Clinical Dietitian will follow standard practices and procedures and comply with regulatory requirements. The Clinical Dietitian coordinates Performance Improvement and Quality Control Activities for Food Service and Nutrition Care components. They also serve as a liaison between Food and Nutrition Services department and other departments within the hospital, medical staff, and administration. The Clinical Dietitian also provides patient/family education as appropriate.

This position is an Essential position at the facility to ensure efficient operations and patient care. Employees hired into an Essential position are expected to report to work for their scheduled shifts regardless of the environmental weather and road conditions that may exist.

Provides direct and individualized diet care to patients based on the specific physician-ordered diet.

Creates, approves, and utilizes standardized recipes in food production.

Inspects all food items to be assured that only high-quality products are being delivered.

Utilizes reusable foods in a timely manner.

Assists in serving on patient and staff tray-line as needed.

Works to eliminate waste of food throughout department.

Exhibits competence in use of equipment in work areas.

Maintains proper supplies and equipment to prepare meals for patients.

Ensures that all food items are within their expiration dates.

Serves as the communication liaison between family and members of the procedure team by being sensitive to their needs for courtesy, dignity, privacy, and ensuring a friendly environment at all times.

Assures that equipment and work surfaces are cleaned and sanitized according to policy.

Visits with patients who have concerns about their diet or have certain food preferences.

Ensures compliance with Infection Control regulations

Adheres to professionally accepted nutrition standards

Facility General Responsibilities:

Attend facility new hire orientation as scheduled by HR

Follow facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures

Respect cultural and religious practices of patients from all backgrounds

Be punctual and dependent for assigned shifts

Dress within the dress code requirements of the facility

Follows Hospital Wide and Department Specific policies and procedures

Must interact with physicians, guest, staff, and patients pleasantly, cooperatively, and effectively

Knowledgeable in use of institutional/commercial kitchen equipment, food preparation, and service.

Good time management and organization skills to complete food service and documentation each shift.

Education, Work Experience, Licensure, Certifications:

Minimum of Bachelor of Science in Foods and Nutrition from an accredited college or university

Must be a Registered Dietitian with valid licensure in the State of Virginia

General working hours for this position include weekdays only, but occasionally nights, weekends, and holidays may be required. Food and Nutrition staff spend a considerable amount of time walking, bending, stretching, and standing; Food and Nutrition staff must be able to work accurately around frequent interruptions. Food and Nutrition staff may also face hazards from exposure to chemicals and infectious diseases, requiring the need to wear appropriate PPE. In addition, Food and Nutrition staff serve patients that may be confused, irrational, agitated, and/or uncooperative.

Receipt of the job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment, nor an employment contract of any kind. Braden Health LLC