PeaceHealth is seeking a Dietitian II - Food & Nutrition Services for a 1.0 full time equivalent Non-Exempt position. This position will be working Variable shift with shift durations of Variable .
Req ID: 168555
JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for coordinating all aspects of nutrition care, consulting with other healthcare professionals as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Competent use of the Nutrition Care Process including: nutrition assessment, identification of nutritional diagnosis, implementation of appropriate nutrition intervention, and formulation of patient specific goals, monitoring, evaluation and follow up of outcomes.
2. Using evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines to provide nutrition education to patients and families in the outpatient and/or inpatient settings.
3. Provides consult services to other healthcare providers and participates in the interdisciplinary team. Uses evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines
4. Documents in the EMR in accordance with policies, procedures and regulations.
5. When appropriate, makes referrals to other services, agencies and community resources.
6. Actively contributes to Quality/Process Improvement measures within the department and throughout the hospital including planning, implementing, and evaluating programs.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree that meets Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) requirements
EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:
Minimum of three years of experience in a related setting as a Registered Dietitian
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:
Current licensure/certification as required by State.
Registered Dietitian Current Medicare provider status number may be required.
Position may require valid driver's license and auto insurance.
Certified Diabetes Educator, or Certified Nutrition Support Clinician, or Board Certified Specialist in areas such as Oncology Nutrition, Renal Nutrition, Pediatric Nutrition, Sports Dietetics, or Gerontological Nutrition as applicable to work performed is required. (See alternative certification requirement for Bariatrics).
OTHER SKILLS:
Demonstrated skill in teaching adults of varying competency levels
Must be able to design, implement, and evaluate instructional modules.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to interact with all a variety of departments and to work independently on numerous projects simultaneously
Proficient in the use of computers including MS Office applications
Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient's needs
COMMUNITY/LOCATION SPECIFIC NOTES
Bariatrics:
Participates in program events, including information sessions, pre/postoperative weight loss groups, bariatric forums, and support groups
Specialist certification in Obesity and Weight management issued by the Commission on Dietetic Registration required or must obtain within 12 months of hire.
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required at date of hire
Please apply online to be considered. For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application.
About PeaceHealth
PeaceHealth, based in Vancouver, Wash., is a not-for-profit Catholic health system offering care to communities in Washington, Oregon, and Alaska. PeaceHealth has approximately 16,000 caregivers, a multi-specialty medical group practice with more than 900 providers and 10 medical centers serving both urban and rural communities throughout the Northwest. In 1890, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace founded what has become PeaceHealth. Today, PeaceHealth is the legacy of its founding Sisters and continues with a spirit of respect, stewardship, collaboration and social justice in fulfilling its Mission.
We offer competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a collaborative, Mission-driven work environment! To learn more about working at PeaceHealth and the Sedro-Woolley community please visit our homepage: www.peacehealth.org/careers .
Location: Sedro-Woolley , United General Medical Center (250) Job Category: Allied, Ancillary & Clinical Support Shift: Variable Shift Length: Variable FTE: 1.0 Work Type: Full Time Hourly compensation starts at: $ 26.71 , more depending on experience Required Certifications/Licensure: Certified Diabetes Educator; Certified Dietician - Washington; Registered Dietician
PeaceHealth is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified job applicants and employees without regard to the following statuses: protected veteran; qualified individual with a disability; race; ethnicity; religion; gender; pregnancy; gender identity; national origin; age; genetic information; sexual orientation; or any other protected status in accordance with local, state, or federal laws.
The above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of caregivers assigned to this job.
Posting Notes: Sedro-Woolley || Allied, Ancillary & Clinical Support || Food & Nutrition Services || Full Time || CLINICAL SUPP SVCS
PeaceHealth Physicians are as diverse as the communities they serve, but have the following in common:Dedication to carrying on the healing mission of Jesus Christ by promoting personal and community health, relieving pain and suffering and treating each person in a loving and caring way.A shared vision of every patient receiving exceptional, compassionate evidence-based care, every time, every touch.
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