Clinical Nutritionist
Wheeling Hospital, Pleasant Valley, WV, United States
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Applies principles of nutrition in monitoring nutritional status of hospital patients. Assures that appropriate nutrition intervention occurs. Approves definitions of modified diets and patient menus as prescribed by the Medical Staff for patients with therapeutic diet needs. Provides instructions concerning therapeutic diets for patients and family.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Certification, and/or Licensure:
Registration Eligible with the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.
Must pass registration exam within 3 years of receiving state provisional license.
Provisional licensure through the West Virginia Board of Licensed Dietitians required at hire.
Earn an average of 10 CEU’s per year.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE
Completion of a dietetic internship preferred.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Observes for physical signs of nutritional deficiency per standard of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Evaluates anthropometric data for height and weight and changes in height and weight.
Obtains and evaluates diet history information for nutritional significance. Areas to evaluate include appetite and intake, food allergies or intolerances, chewing or swallowing difficulties, feeding independence, supplements (liquid, vitamin/mineral), eating patterns, food preferences and estimate of daily intake.
Complete physician ordered consults and instructions according to standards of care and document in medical record. Contact the physician regarding any concerns, recommendations, etc.
Document NPO/Clear Liquid notes by day five; follow-up every two days until nutrition provided (unless contraindicated).
Complete and document calorie counts accurately. Document summary of calorie counts within 24 hours of completion if results warrant nutritional recommendations.
Calculate and report results of nitrogen balance and metabolic cart studies accurately and in a timely manner.
Complete and document nutrition assessments on high-risk patients according to standards of care; including but not limited to: appropriateness of diet to diagnosis, adequacy of current tube feeding, infant formula; assessment of laboratory values, drug-nutrient interactions, medical history, current nutritional needs, nutrition education needs, and care plan.
Effectively instruct patients/family members on diet for home by obtaining appropriate diet history information, combining diet information into one form for multiple diet restrictions, assessing knowledge after teaching, and following up before patient discharge when possible. Tailors teaching to specific needs of patient including visually impaired patients, stroke patients, etc.
Attend meetings/conferences that physicians request dietitian attendance or those meetings/conferences required to maintain accreditation of hospital programs or foster partnership with other facilities.
Act on any patient food complaints, provide alternative selections and/or arrangements. Follow-up with appropriate managers on food quality issues.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Frequent walking, sitting and standing are necessary body movements to complete the work.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Majority of work is performed in patient care units. Some office, classroom and meeting room work. Occasional community speaking.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must have ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Must have basic math skills including addition and subtraction.
Basic computer skills required.
Concentrated mental activity is required to organize the work.
Must be able to respond to changes in work volume throughout the shift.
Must be able to work Saturdays and some holidays. May need to attend a meeting in the evening on occasion.
Must be able to interact with co-workers, patients, family and other members of the medical team in a positive manner.
ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Shift:
Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Exempt)
Company: WH Wheeling Hospital Inc.
Cost Center: 635 WH Clinical Dieticians
Address: 1 Medical Park Drive Wheeling West Virginia
Equal Opportunity Employer
West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
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Applies principles of nutrition in monitoring nutritional status of hospital patients. Assures that appropriate nutrition intervention occurs. Approves definitions of modified diets and patient menus as prescribed by the Medical Staff for patients with therapeutic diet needs. Provides instructions concerning therapeutic diets for patients and family.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Certification, and/or Licensure:
Registration Eligible with the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.
Must pass registration exam within 3 years of receiving state provisional license.
Provisional licensure through the West Virginia Board of Licensed Dietitians required at hire.
Earn an average of 10 CEU’s per year.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE
Completion of a dietetic internship preferred.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Observes for physical signs of nutritional deficiency per standard of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Evaluates anthropometric data for height and weight and changes in height and weight.
Obtains and evaluates diet history information for nutritional significance. Areas to evaluate include appetite and intake, food allergies or intolerances, chewing or swallowing difficulties, feeding independence, supplements (liquid, vitamin/mineral), eating patterns, food preferences and estimate of daily intake.
Complete physician ordered consults and instructions according to standards of care and document in medical record. Contact the physician regarding any concerns, recommendations, etc.
Document NPO/Clear Liquid notes by day five; follow-up every two days until nutrition provided (unless contraindicated).
Complete and document calorie counts accurately. Document summary of calorie counts within 24 hours of completion if results warrant nutritional recommendations.
Calculate and report results of nitrogen balance and metabolic cart studies accurately and in a timely manner.
Complete and document nutrition assessments on high-risk patients according to standards of care; including but not limited to: appropriateness of diet to diagnosis, adequacy of current tube feeding, infant formula; assessment of laboratory values, drug-nutrient interactions, medical history, current nutritional needs, nutrition education needs, and care plan.
Effectively instruct patients/family members on diet for home by obtaining appropriate diet history information, combining diet information into one form for multiple diet restrictions, assessing knowledge after teaching, and following up before patient discharge when possible. Tailors teaching to specific needs of patient including visually impaired patients, stroke patients, etc.
Attend meetings/conferences that physicians request dietitian attendance or those meetings/conferences required to maintain accreditation of hospital programs or foster partnership with other facilities.
Act on any patient food complaints, provide alternative selections and/or arrangements. Follow-up with appropriate managers on food quality issues.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Frequent walking, sitting and standing are necessary body movements to complete the work.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Majority of work is performed in patient care units. Some office, classroom and meeting room work. Occasional community speaking.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must have ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Must have basic math skills including addition and subtraction.
Basic computer skills required.
Concentrated mental activity is required to organize the work.
Must be able to respond to changes in work volume throughout the shift.
Must be able to work Saturdays and some holidays. May need to attend a meeting in the evening on occasion.
Must be able to interact with co-workers, patients, family and other members of the medical team in a positive manner.
ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Shift:
Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Exempt)
Company: WH Wheeling Hospital Inc.
Cost Center: 635 WH Clinical Dieticians
Address: 1 Medical Park Drive Wheeling West Virginia
Equal Opportunity Employer
West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
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