Clinical Dietitian- Inpatient Optional/PRN

TriHealth; Cincinnati (OH); Híbrido; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Education reimbursements

CDR reimbursement

Academy membership reimbursement

Specialty certification reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

TriHealth is seeking a Clinical Dietitian in inpatient PRN roles to lead nutrition care for patients across hospital settings. You will conduct assessments, develop care plans, and provide counseling to patients and families while collaborating with the care team.

Candidates should have a dietetics credential, be prepared to complete licensure requirements, and participate in ongoing education and professional development within TriHealth. PRN status offers flexibility within a hospital system.

Formación

• Master’s degree in Dietetics required for new practitioners after 1/1/24.
• RD exam must be passed within 6 months of hire; Ohio licensure & registration may be required.
• General clinical knowledge and ability to work with adults in hospital settings.

Responsabilidades

• Plan, participate in, and document nutritional care for patients using the nutrition care process.
• Discuss diagnoses and provide counseling with patients and families to outline goals.
• Collaborate with team and external resources to implement care plans and monitor progress.
• Maintain time management, participate in committees, and support department objectives.

Conocimientos

Nutritional Care Planning

Patient Education

Dietary Assessment

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Educación

Master’s Degree in Dietetics

Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics

Descripción del empleo

Clinical Dietitian Inpatient PRN- TriHealth

Make a difference every day as a CLINICAL DIETITIAN INPATIENT for TriHealth! Join a compassionate, servant led team committed to excellence in patient care and service while working in a supportive, high-energy environment.

We offer career growth opportunities and, for Full/Part-time,a comprehensive benefits package (see below). GREAT way to get your foot in the door as most of our Part-Time and Full-Time team come from our PRN Dietitians.

Location: Works coverage for days off and vacations across the TriHealth system. Most shifts are at our flagship hospitals: Good Samaritan (Clifton), Bethesda North (Montgomery) with occasional coverage at our smaller facilities Bethesda North. https://share.google/TPLGpXG7SY5OfnIKM Good Samaritan: https://share.google/kY16TkpuBOBYpOKTD

Work Schedule:

• PRN (Optional as needed)
• Day Shift
• Flexible scheduling. In-person but partial day remote capabilities (2 hrs remote, 6x/month)
• Looking for open availability/flexibility!
• Requires working remotely every 8th weekend

Location: Requires travel across TriHealth system. Will primarily work at Bethesda North Hospital and Good Samaritan Hospital with occasional float to McCullough-Hyde and Butler

Incentives & Benefits:

Please view our benefits page https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package—including: comprehensive training program, flexible start time, education reimbursements, clinical ladder, 401(k) $200 CEU funds, OH licensure & CDR reimbursement, Academy membership reimbursement and specialty certification reimbursement (approved certification: Renal, Diabetes Education, Nutrition support and Oncology) and more!

Job Requirements

• As of 1/1/24, new practitioners are required to have a Master’s Degree in Dietetics. If eligible or registered prior to 1/1/24, Bachelor’s Degree is Dietetics is required;
• Dietetic limited permit is accepted upon hire
• Required to pass RD exam within 6 months of hire date. Applicants not on a limited permit are required to have both Ohio Licensure AND Registration
• General clinical knowledge of adult learning principles
• Prior work experience preferred but new grads welcome!

Job Overview

Principal accountabilities include planning, directly participating in and documenting all aspects of the nutritional care of patients in assigned areas. Performs nutritional assessment and documents nutrition diagnosis based on guidelines outlined by the nutrition care process Discusses the nutrition diagnosis and provides nutrition counseling that outlines nutrition goals with patient, families, and other team members when possible. Collaborates with internal and external resources to implement nutritional care plan Monitor and evaluates the effectiveness of the patients nutrition care plan and revises plan as needed Relates basic principles of nutrition to staff, health care team members and community Reviews current research to enhance professional practice Serves on at least one hospital committee and provides pertinent feedback positively impacting decisions that affect the department, hospital and community Demonstrates awareness of professional time management and uses time efficiently and productively Is open to change and has the ability to alter ones task with minimal loss of efficacy

Job Responsibilities

Clinical Competency/Continued Education: Utilizes all components of Nutrition Care Process in care planning. Writes appropriate PES statements, and documents discharge plan consistently. Evaluate and monitor the effects of nutrition plans and practices and make changes as needed. Keeps abreast of new nutrition research through continuing education opportunities, attending at least one educational session in focus area of practice a year, and keeps CDR education record updated.

Patient Education: Assesses patient's learning needs including cultural and religious beliefs, emotional and age specific barriers, desire and motivation to learn, and diet history when completing patient educations. Individualizes patients' intervention goals and documentation is complete per department standards.

Projects: Complete a small project/bright idea such as updating (non-patient education) clinical resource, published nutrition article, education session on unit or organized a journal club reviewing a research article(s) with a group of Clinical Dietitians in the system etc.

Time Management/Flexibility: Demonstrates awareness of professional time management. On average meets patient ratio goals. Demonstrates flexibility and is able to adjust schedule to meet daily needs.

New Hire/Training, and Development: Creates a welcoming atmosphere, reviews trainee's documentation, observe trainees patient interactions and provided feedback in a constructive/positive manner consistently when training new hires and/or dietetic interns.

Leadership/Teamwork: Provides constructive feedback to move initiatives forward during department discussion/meetings

Working Conditions

Climbing - Rarely

Hearing: Conversation - Frequently

Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently

Kneeling - Rarely

Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Rarely

Lifting <50 Lbs. - Occasionally

Pulling - Occasionally

Pushing - Occasionally

Reaching - Occasionally

Sitting - Occasionally

Standing - Frequently

Stooping - Occasionally

Talking - Frequently

Use of Hands - Frequently

Color Vision - Frequently

Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently

Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently

Walking - Frequently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:

Serve: ALWAYS…

Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"

Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist

Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel: ALWAYS…

Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met

Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)

Work on improving quality, safety, and service

Respect: ALWAYS…

Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.

Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.

Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value: ALWAYS…

Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.

Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.

Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.

Engage: ALWAYS…

Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.

Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community