Inpatient Dietitian - part time/casual

OhioHealth; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Registered Dietitian to join their Nutrition Services team. This role involves utilizing evidence-based nutrition care to assess patient needs, develop personalized feeding regimes, and provide education to patients and their families. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with healthcare professionals to enhance patient outcomes. If you are passionate about nutrition and committed to making a difference in the lives of others, this part-time position offers flexible hours and the opportunity to impact community health positively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and Registered Dietitian certification required.
• Experience in patient nutrition assessments and counseling.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments and develop care plans.
• Educate patients and families on nutrition therapy.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams for optimal patient care.

Skills

Nutrition Assessment

Patient Education

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Quality Improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition

Registered Dietitian Certification

Ohio Board of Dietetics Licensure

Job description

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We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary

Utilize evidence-based nutrition care to assess and reassess patient nutrition risk and identify nutrition needs. Develop parental and enteral feeding regimes. Create and implement nutrition protocols. Participate in quality improvement initiatives/committees. Provide nutrition counseling to patients and families as warranted. Participate in multidisciplinary interaction and education.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Perform nutrition assessments using age-appropriate standards, validated assessment tools, and nutrition-focused physical assessments, including documentation of nutrition-related diagnoses when indicated.
• Demonstrate proficiency according to Standards of Practice and Professional Performance for Registered Dietitian Nutritionists while providing age-appropriate care plans.
• Coordinate nutrition therapy with physicians and other healthcare professionals; participate in multidisciplinary rounds and care planning.
• Plan, implement, and adapt nutritional care plans to meet physician orders, age, and disease-specific needs, including appropriate feeding routes and nutrition prescriptions.
• Monitor and evaluate patient responses to medical nutrition therapy, adjusting plans as needed based on specific goals.
• Provide education to patients, families, and caregivers on nutritional therapy, tailoring methods to learning styles and communication needs.
• Educate and train interdisciplinary team members, students, and interns, fostering teamwork and implementing innovative programs for optimal outcomes.
• Support quality improvement, research, and outcome studies; identify opportunities for waste reduction and service enhancement.
• Accurately document all activities, utilizing electronic medical records appropriately.
• Stay current with research developments and incorporate new practices into programs and services.
• Assist in developing and revising department tools, training materials, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in evaluating clinical nutrition products and equipment.
• Comply with all regulatory standards, including HIPAA, and uphold patient confidentiality and rights policies.
• Attend departmental meetings, team development sessions, and professional programs as appropriate.
• Serve as an active member of multidisciplinary teams and committees.
• Ensure compliance with national program standards for certified and recognized programs.
• Review current research and practice recommendations, modifying practices as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

80%: Direct patient care activities (e.g., nutrition assessment, multidisciplinary rounds)

20%: Indirect activities (e.g., record keeping, team education)

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree (Required); Ohio Board of Dietetics Licensure (OBDL); Ohio Limited Permit (OHLP); Registered Dietitian (RD) certification from the Commission on Dietetic Registration.

Additional Job Details

Work Shift: Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours: As Needed

Department: Nutrition Services Clinical

Join us!

• If your passion is to work in a caring environment
• If you believe that learning is a lifelong process
• If you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in healthcare

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer, supporting compliance with all regulations. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics. Employment practices include recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, termination, and benefits.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare

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