Reg Dietitian I

The best thing about this role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

What you'll do

Evaluates documents, develops, and implements nutritional care plans for patients. Provides counseling services to outpatients on their nutritional needs. Ensures customer satisfaction and good public relations through the safe and efficient use of resources.

In addition to the above function the Registered Dietitian I applies theoretical knowledge to the care of patients. Serves as a role model, resource, and leader for the department and the units where assigned. Clinical dietitians performing at this level are highly competent and have consistently demonstrated professional skills and ability to make clinical judgment in an efficient and effective manner with minimal supervision and guidance. Sets an example for effective communication, interpersonal skills, and team work.

• Counsels patients and family members on nutrition needs as an outpatient for use at home or alternate living situation.

• Documents all aspects of the nutrition education for patient in accordance with department’s nutrition practice guidelines and professional standards as observed by CNM.

• Delivers counseling services tactfully and with concern for patients well being as indicated by supervisory observation, feedback from family members, and comments written on patient survey.

• Provides education that is both age appropriate and culturally relevant.

• Provides meaningful behavior-change focused education based on patient’s stage of change, ability to make changes, and comprehension level.

• Formulates nutrition education plan with patients and family members to include short and long term goals.

• Provides follow-up when indicated, with each patient to ensure that patient is successful in accessing services to which he or she has been referred to and offer additional assistance as needed.

• Coordinates area of responsibility to maintain appropriate and timely nutrition care to all patients.

• Provides complete nutritional assessment on patients referred for Medical Nutrition Therapy.

• Patients are assessed (new patients) and reassessed (return appointments) according to Clinical Nutrition Practice Guidelines. Evaluation will be conducted by CNM with random observation and quarterly chart reviews.

• Attends patient care conferences as needed.

• Assesses healthcare and community resource needs of each patient and make referrals to healthcare providers and community agencies as appropriate.

• Maintains current knowledge and skills in diabetes self-management and education concepts, practices, and techniques as observed by CNM in medical record review.

• Documentation of patient encounter is placed in patient chart/charted in EPIC within 2-3 days as verified by quarterly chart reviews by CNM.

• Appropriate and timely charges are generated via charge capture on the computer within departmental standards and within 3 days of counseling patients as verified by monthly late charge report.

• Participates in clinical quality assessment and improvement for Clinical Nutrition Section.

• Submits all required documentation, reports, and logs in a timely fashion (3-5 days after month end), and in a professional and complete manner to CNM on a monthly basis.

• Participates in departmental committees, work groups, and projects by attending 80-90% of meetings, providing input in discussion, gathering and submitting data as evidenced by CNM

• Serves as a nutrition educator for students, medical staff, health professionals, and/or general public.

• Serves as a preceptor to SUCO dietetic students during their Clinical Nutrition rotation as part of their on-line dietetic internship. This includes working with/training the interns and completing evaluations on the students as submitted to the CNM.

• Demonstrates the ability to educate employees, health care professionals, and the public as evidenced by presenting at least one education programs annually. Evidenced by documentation in monthly reports submitted to CNM. Dietitian II presents two education programs.

• Adheres to departmental dress code as per policy and always presents a professional appearance.

• Participate in medical rounds, discharge planning, and patient care conferences as appropriate for clinical assignment and provides appropriate nutrition education/instruction/comment to other health care professionals during unit/TPN rounds or team meetings as reported to CNM.

• Performs other duties as requested and observed by Clinical Nutrition Manager.

What we need from you

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in nutrition/Dietetics or related field of study, required

• Master's Degree in dietetics or related field and/or Specialty Certification in Nutrition, preferred

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of experience as registered dietitian, preferred

Licensure/Certifications:

• New York State Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist within 6 months of hire. required

Registration from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (ADA) within 6 months of hire.

Skills:

• Communication

• Computer Skills

• Attention to Detail

• Analysis & Evaluation

• Build Relationships

• Clinical Skills

• Self-Motivated

Physical Requirements:

• Light Work - Exerting up to 20 lbs of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work.

• Occasional kneeling, lifting, reaching, standing, and stooping

• Frequent walking

• Constant typing/clerical/dexterity, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, talking, visual auity (color, depth, perception) and fit testing

Hazards:

• Occasional Bodily Fluids/ Bloodborne Exposure

Travel:

• Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis.

Total Rewards

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time

• Medical, dental and vision insurance

• Life insurance and disability protection

• Retirement benefits including an employer match

• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay Transparency

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

Pay Range Minimum:

USD $29.56/Hr.

Pay Range Maximum:

USD $44.34/Hr.

We love the difference people bring

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.