Clinical Dietitian II - Emory Healthcare
Atlanta, GA 30308
About the Job
Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Assures continuity of care through effective decision making resulting in quality patient care.
- Regularly conducts physical assessment on patients. Annually reviews and updates protocols/patient care guidelines for area of specialization.
- Completes annual literature review related to patient care population.
- Coordinates with FNS and members of the multidisciplinary team to provide efficient, quality patient care.
- Participates in Quality Improvement activities on clinical units to improve patient satisfaction scores.
- Revises and updates patient education materials.
- Educates FNS Staff by conducting one or more education activities per year.
- Serves on FNS committee and/or EHC committees.
- Participates in performance evaluation of co-workers.
- Completion of preceptor training required.
- Precepts and evaluates interns independently.
- Develops and/or revises internship curriculum.
- Provides guidance and training to staff and dietetic interns on completing physical assessment.
- Develops and presents nutrition information in area of expertise to dietetic interns from Georgia State and Emory programs during skills development period per internship coordinator.
- Serves as preceptor for internship seminars and/or intern case studies.
- Participates in revision and update of clinical policy/protocols.
- Identifies work process improvement opportunities and propose solutions.
- Contributes to the functioning of work group.
- Develops presentation and/or education materials for staff, hospital and/or community related function or health fair.
- May participate in a nutrition related professional organization.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: - Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics.
- One or more years experience in acute care setting as a clinical dietitian.
- Registered with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
- Licensed as a Dietitian in the State of Georgia.
- Must maintain competency in adult and geriatric nutrition.
- Competent in basic computer skills, including diet management software.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
Source : Emory Healthcare