What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Dietitian (Full-Time, 8a-4:30p, Rotating Wknds) position at Washington Regional Medical System?
Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values
Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education. Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for five consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,400 team members and serve the region with over 40 clinic locations, the region’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center; Washington Regional Total Joint Center; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors.
Position Summary
The role of the Clinical Dietitian reports to the Clinical Nutrition Manager. This position is responsible for providing nutrition care to patients. This position will provide medical nutrition therapy to all patients according to policy and consultation from interdisciplinary staff.
Essential Position Responsibilities
- Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external clients
- Perform and document nutrition assessment, reassessment, and education according to the nutrition care process
- Follow policies and procedures related to patient care, safety, and quality
- Responsible for day-to-day operations in managing patient load; works with other RDs to prioritize patient load based on acuity and policy, as well as address any nutrition-related issues that arise
- Utilize available formulary products and appropriate usage for age-specific patient populations
- Maintain data into event reporting system as needed to ensure safety and quality of care are addressed
- Serve as a resource in clinical situations involving nutrition care
- Serve as an advocate in representation and support of nutrition services and WRMC’s initiatives
Qualifications
- Education: Graduate of an accredited nutrition program
- Licensure and Certifications: Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR); Licensed dietitian (must be licensed in Arkansas within 90 days of hire)
- Experience: Previous experience in an acute clinical nutrition setting, preferred. This position is available to new graduates.
Work Environment: This position will spend 80% of time standing and/or walking while pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or carrying up to 50 lbs. This position will spend 20% of time sitting while performing work in a standard office setting. This position will be exposed to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.