Clinical Dietitian

UNC Health; Butner (NC); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Clinical Dietitian at UNC Health, where you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide evidence-based nutrition therapy. This role involves assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. You will also precept interns and contribute to community nutrition programs. Enjoy a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits in a supportive environment focused on improving community health.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited US university required.
• Registered Dietitian credential and licensure in North Carolina needed.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional needs and develop nutrition care plans.
• Precept and train clinical nutrition interns and staff.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Communication

Counseling

Motivational Interviewing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics

Master's degree in Dietetics

Tools

Software Tools

Job description

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Description

The Clinical Dietitian collaborates with a multidisciplinary healthcare team at the Youth Behavioral Hospital (YBH) and UNC Medical Center to provide evidence-based medical nutrition therapy aligned with patient-focused medical goals. Responsibilities include applying the Nutrition Care Process (NCP), conducting physical exams, assessing nutrition/malnutrition, diagnosing, intervening, monitoring, and evaluating patient progress. The role involves using practice-specific dietetics and evidence-based guidelines to determine appropriate interventions, managing resources efficiently, and participating in quality improvement efforts. The Clinical Dietitian plays a key role in team conferences, provides nutrition education, and contributes to policy development. The position may also involve community nutrition programs and requires maintaining professional competencies. Additionally, the dietitian precepts interns and supports staff training.

Responsibilities

1. Assess nutritional needs using standardized practices, considering age, disease, and individual needs, demonstrating clinical competency.
2. Serve as a resource for assigned specialty teams and liaise with other medical disciplines.
3. Ensure compliance with accreditation standards such as The Joint Commission, CMS, and HFAP, to enhance safety and quality of care.
4. Participate in medical rounds, conferences, continuing education, and quality initiatives.
5. Develop, implement, and monitor nutrition care plans; assist in discharge planning; educate patients using behavioral change techniques.
6. Lead and manage departmental work, document care accurately, and ensure regulatory compliance.
7. Precept and train clinical nutrition interns and staff.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited US university with coursework approved by ACEND; a Master's degree is required for new graduates after 1/1/2024. Completion of an ACEND-accredited dietetics internship or coordinated program is necessary.

Licensing: Registered Dietitian (RD) credential and licensure as a Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) in North Carolina. Additional credentials may be required for billing.

Experience: No prior experience required, except for specific roles such as Cardiac Rehab which requires two years of relevant experience.

Skills: Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process, medical nutrition therapy, motivational interviewing, critical thinking, communication, counseling, and proficiency in software tools.

Job Details

Location: Butner, NC | Full Time | Day Schedule | Onsite | Salary: $24.73 - $35.56/hour | State employment with benefits. Consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, etc. Reasonable accommodations available upon request.