Dietitian (Clinical)

DD214 Chronicle; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to deliver high-quality nutrition care for Veterans. The role involves conducting assessments, applying evidence-based practices, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have strong skills in patient care and data analysis, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience as an RDN equivalent to the next lower grade.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments for Veterans.
• Apply evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines.
• Utilize virtual care technology to improve access to care.

Skills

Patient Care

Research Interpretation

Goal Development

Data Analysis

Collaboration

Job description

Dietitians (Clinical) serve at the full performance level within NFS, acting as medical nutrition experts. They apply evidence-based guidelines independently, including for patients with complex needs. They coordinate care with providers, veterans, caregivers, and the community. They use research and Whole Health principles to create patient-centered goals. Dietitians also work with food operations to enhance dining experience and patient satisfaction. Basic Requirements:

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.

Current VHA Dietitians that qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision may not be promoted to a higher grade if they do not meet the current RDN/RD requirements.

Grade Determinations:
Dietitian (Clinical), GS-11.

Experience. At least one year of experience as an RDN equivalent to the next lower grade.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:

• Skill in delivering patient care using the NCP (e.g., assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring and evaluation).
• Skill in interpreting research to apply evidence-based nutrition practices to improve patient outcomes.
• Skill in developing patient-centered goals.
• Skill in analyzing data for performance improvement studies.
• Skill in collaborating with stakeholders.
• Ability to comply with various accrediting, regulatory and agency authorities.

Assignment. Employees in this assignment serve in a Dietitian (Clinical) full performance level position. Clinical Dietitians conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments for Veterans using the NCP (e.g., assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring and evaluation), assuring high-quality nutrition care. They apply evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines, interpret research and utilize whole health principles to develop patient centered goals and improve outcomes. Clinical Dietitians also utilize virtual care technology to improve access to care. They are accountable for independent and accurate record keeping, autonomous coverage of daily clinical activities and efficiently completing patient encounters using approved systems. Clinical Dietitians are knowledgeable of and ensure work accomplishments comply with TJC and other accrediting agency standards and ensure continuous improvement of safe and quality care. They collect and analyze data related to performance improvement activities within NFS, lead activities in the implementation of new initiatives and collaborate with stakeholders. Clinical Dietitians frequently collaborate with the food service section and leadership staff to enhance the Veteran's dining experience, support patient satisfaction and serve as a liaison between clinical units and the Food Service Section.

Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.