Clin Dietitian II, Intern Prg

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare in Atlanta seeks an experienced Clinical Dietitian to support acute care patients through accurate assessment, care planning, and evidence-based nutrition care. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care and implement educational materials for patients and staff.

You will participate in policy updates, contribute to quality improvement, precept interns, and support internship curricula.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics-related field and registered dietitian credential.
• Georgia licensure required with competency in adult and geriatric nutrition.
• 1+ years acute care clinical dietitian experience.
• Competent with diet management software.

Responsibilities

• Assures continuity of care through effective decision making and quality patient care.
• Coordinates with FNS and multidisciplinary team to provide efficient patient care and improves patient education materials.
• Educates FNS staff with annual education activities and participates in committees.
• Precepts and evaluates interns; develops internship curriculum.
• Participates in revisions of clinical policies and staff education materials.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics

Tools

Diet management software

Job description

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Assures continuity of care through effective decision making resulting in quality patient care. Regularly conducts physical assessment on patients. Annually reviews and updates protocols/patient care guidelines for area of specialization. Completes annual literature review related to patient care population.

• Coordinates with FNS and members of the multidisciplinary team to provide efficient, quality patient care. Participates in Quality Improvement activities on clinical units to improve patient satisfaction scores. Revises and updates patient education materials.
• Educates FNS Staff by conducting one or more education activities per year. Serves on FNS committee and/or EHC committees. Participates in performance evaluation of co-workers. Completion of preceptor training required. Precepts and evaluates interns independently. Develops and/or revises internship curriculum.
• Provides guidance and training to staff and dietetic interns on completing physical assessment. Develops and presents nutrition information in area of expertise to dietetic interns from Georgia State and Emory programs during skills development period per internship coordinator. Serves as preceptor for internship seminars and/or intern case studies.
• Participates in revision and update of clinical policy/protocols. Identifies work process improvement opportunities and propose solutions. Contributes to the functioning of work group. Develops presentation and/or education materials for staff, hospital and/or community related function or health fair. May participate in a nutrition related professional organization.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics. One or more years experience in acute care setting as a clinical dietitian.
• Registered with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Licensed as a Dietitian in the State of Georgia. Must maintain competency in adult and geriatric nutrition.
• Competent in basic computer skills, including diet management software.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [e-mail] . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.