Clinical Dietitian, Registered
Cary, North Carolina
Employer: WakeMed
Industry: Nutrition Services
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
About WakeMed:
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care.Formoreinformation,visit www.wakemed.org.
EOE
Position Information:
The Clinical Dietitian uses evidence-based research and nutrition focused physical assessments to develop and implement nutrition intervention(s) and monitor and evaluate patient progress in providing medical nutrition therapy. Evaluates the loss of specific muscles and subcutaneous body fat to determine the presence and degree of recommended malnutrition based on characteristics agreed upon by the clinical dietitian staff and management. Demonstrates extensive knowledge of specialized nutrition support (parenteral and enteral) principles and practices, such as electrolyte management. Safely and appropriately orders macro- and micronutrients, fluid, electrolytes and medications (insulin and acid suppression medication) for use in parenteral nutrition solutions and triages issues and concerns of nutrition support patients based on the clinical assessment of the patient. Participates in Quality Assessment Performance Improvement (QAPI) efforts to ensure nutrition care is safe and effective for the patient(s). Actively participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and patient conferences. Safely and appropriately orders therapeutic diets and oral nutrition supplements. Provides food and nutrition-related in-services and education as assigned. Contributes to the development and revision of clinical nutrition policies and procedures.
Experience Requirements:
1 Year Clinical - Dietitian/Nutritionist Required - Or 9 Months Fellowship/Internship/Residency - Related Area Required
Education Required:
Bachelor's Degree Food and Nutrition Required - And Master's Degree Food and Nutrition Preferred
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
Registered Dietitian Required - And Licensed Dietitian Required
Hours of Work:
As needed
Weekend Requirements:
As Needed
Call Requirements:
Yes
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care.Formoreinformation,visit www.wakemed.org.
EOE
Position Information:
The Clinical Dietitian uses evidence-based research and nutrition focused physical assessments to develop and implement nutrition intervention(s) and monitor and evaluate patient progress in providing medical nutrition therapy. Evaluates the loss of specific muscles and subcutaneous body fat to determine the presence and degree of recommended malnutrition based on characteristics agreed upon by the clinical dietitian staff and management. Demonstrates extensive knowledge of specialized nutrition support (parenteral and enteral) principles and practices, such as electrolyte management. Safely and appropriately orders macro- and micronutrients, fluid, electrolytes and medications (insulin and acid suppression medication) for use in parenteral nutrition solutions and triages issues and concerns of nutrition support patients based on the clinical assessment of the patient. Participates in Quality Assessment Performance Improvement (QAPI) efforts to ensure nutrition care is safe and effective for the patient(s). Actively participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and patient conferences. Safely and appropriately orders therapeutic diets and oral nutrition supplements. Provides food and nutrition-related in-services and education as assigned. Contributes to the development and revision of clinical nutrition policies and procedures.
Experience Requirements:
1 Year Clinical - Dietitian/Nutritionist Required - Or 9 Months Fellowship/Internship/Residency - Related Area Required
Education Required:
Bachelor's Degree Food and Nutrition Required - And Master's Degree Food and Nutrition Preferred
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
Registered Dietitian Required - And Licensed Dietitian Required
Hours of Work:
As needed
Weekend Requirements:
As Needed
Call Requirements:
Yes
Created: 2024-04-28
Reference: 54149
Country: United States
State: North Carolina
City: Cary
ZIP: 27560
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