Dietitian PRN

STG International, Inc.; City of Watertown (NY); On-site; USD 37,164 - 52,930; Full time

Job summary

STGi is seeking a Dietitian to join our Community Based Outpatient Clinic team at the VA. The Dietitian will provide or supervise a full range of professional nutrition services, contribute to medical nutrition therapy, education, and nutrition research within the clinic.

You will work with the PACT team to integrate nutrition care into treatment plans, develop personalized nutrition care plans, lead MOVE weight management activities where applicable, and collaborate with physicians and nurses

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a U.S. regionally accredited college or university and completed a didactic program in dietetics accredited by ACEND/CADE.
• Must possess a minimum of one advanced practice credential relevant to the area of practice (CNSC, CSR, CSG, CDE, CSO).
• Registered Dietitian (RD)/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) as confirmed with the CDR.
• National Provider Identifier (NPI) required.

Responsibilities

• Independently plans, develops, and directs all nutritional care activities for assigned Veterans and coordinates care with other health care providers.
• Gathers nutritional data to diagnose nutrition-specific problems and develops medical nutrition therapy plans.
• Evaluates and monitors outcomes of medical nutrition therapy and revises plans as needed.
• Manages MOVE Weight Management program and conducts group education for weight management classes.
• Acts as nutrition expert on the interdisciplinary treatment team and collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other professionals.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

MS Office

EMR

Detail oriented

CPR/BLS

Clinical nutrition experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree (US regionally accredited) with ACEND/CADE program

Advanced practice credential (CNSC/CSR/CSG/CDE/CSO)

RD/RDN registered with CDR

NPI required

Job description

STGi is currently seeking a Dietitian to provide services at our Community Based Outpatient Clinic.

JOB SUMMARY

Clinic Dietitian at the VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) performs or supervises others in providing a full range of professional dietetic services in areas of program development and organization, food preparation and service, patient therapy and education and research. Clinical Dietitians perform duties in the areas of medical nutrition and education, and are responsible for clinical nutrition management, quality improvement and the nutritional phase of medical research studies. Dietitians work closely with the clinic PACT team staff, such as physicians and nurses, to integrate the patient’s nutritional care into the total treatment program. The Dietitian’s contribution as a team member includes the nutritional assessment of patients and the development of nutritional care plans, nutrition interventions, and individualized nutrition education.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Independently plans, develops, and directs all nutritional care activities for assigned Veterans, including those with complex medical and nutritional needs. Supports the facility’s mission and coordinates nutritional care with other health care providers, the Veteran, the Veteran’s family and the community.
• Gathers nutritional data and evidence to diagnose nutrition-specific problems for patients. Develops and implements an individualized, specialized plan for medical nutrition therapy in accordance with the patient’s medical program goals and objectives. Develops clinically significant goals that will resolve the nutrition diagnosis.
• Evaluates and monitors the effectiveness and outcome of medical nutrition therapy interventions. Evaluates the patient’s response to care based on identified, measurable outcomes and revises the plan appropriately as condition changes. Refers patient for other counseling, community, or home health services as appropriate. Assesses educational needs and provides nutrition counseling for individuals and groups, incorporating a learning approach that considers the cultural, religious, educational and medical situation of the patient. Adapts nutrition education materials and counseling techniques to client’s level of understanding.
• Manages the VA MOVE Weight Management Program and conducts group education for weight management classes. Provides individual weight management counseling, when clinically appropriate, for MOVE Program patients. Completes comprehensive pre- and post-surgery assessment of bariatric surgery candidates.
• Serves as the nutrition expert on the interdisciplinary treatment team which includes physicians, nurses, and other allied health care professionals. Collaborates with and advises interdisciplinary health care team of nutritional recommendations, goals, and efficacy of nutrition therapy.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Software, Electronic Medical Records and computer maneuverability.
• Must be detail oriented and have the ability to multi-task.
• Retain current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association (AHA) or Military Training Network (MTN).
• Preferred one (1) year of recent experience clinical nutrition practice experience.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree from a U.S. regionally accredited college or university and completed a didactic program in dietetics accredited by ACEND/CADE.
• Must possess a minimum of one (1) advanced practice credential relevant to the area of practice (Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC), Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition (CSR), Board Certified Specialist in Gerontological Nutrition (CSG), Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE), or Board Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition (CSO)).
• Registered Dietitian (RD)/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) as confirmed with the Commission on Dietetic Registration, the credentialing agency for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• National Provider Identifier (NPI) required.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Respond to any medical emergency within the clinic, where a fast walk or job may be necessary to provide assistance.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Pay rate: Starting at $32.70/hr

STGi is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.