Clinical Dietitian II - FT - Days - $2,500 Sign on Bonus - MHW

Location :

Pembroke Pines, Florida

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care.

An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary :

The Clinical Dietitian II works independently. This role is responsible for identification of patients at nutritional risk, planning and implementation of medical nutrition therapy for assigned population, determination of nutrition diagnosis, development and implementation of evidence-based nutrition care plans, monitoring and evaluating the patient’s progress, and communicating with the interdisciplinary care team.

Also, serves as a resource to Dietitians I.

Responsibilities :

Provides leadership in resolving nutrition care issues, establishing priorities, developing and evaluating programs. Serves as a resource to Dietitians I and reviews their documentation.

Develops and provides education, training, consulting, and counseling services throughout the organization and for the community.

Develops presentations and serves as subject matter expert in internal and external education programs and symposiums.Participates, independently or with minimal guidance, in performance improvement (PI) activities and quality initiatives, and demonstrates readiness to offer outcomes-based solutions to opportunities.

Assesses patients’ nutritional status and needs. Develops and implements care plans, monitors patients' progress, and updates interventions.

Completes thorough and timely documentation of patient sessions in the electronic health record.Collaborates with physicians, nursing, pharmacy and other healthcare team members and departments to determine, coordinate, and provide medical nutrition therapy.

Communicates plans of care with patients and their families.Participates in the development and revision of educational materials;

provides recommendations to enhance learning activities and educational resources that elevate educational processes.Performs nutrition focused physical examinations and collaborates with the physicians on malnutrition diagnoses.

Collaborates with the Food Service department to provide nutritionally appropriate menus, food options, and services for patients.

Provides training to Dietitians I, interns and students on nutrition care strategies and support food service staff competency.

Serves as a preceptor, lecturer, or advisory board member for dietetic internship programs.

Competencies :

ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF MEDICAL NUTRITION THERAPY, MENU DEVELOPMENT, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR, TEAM WORK

Education and Certification Requirements :

Bachelors : Dietetics (Required)Dietitian / Nutritionist License (ND LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL), Registered Dietitian CDR Certification (CDR) - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)

Additional Job Information :

Complexity of Work : This role requires critical thinking skills, effective communication, decisive judgment, and the ability to build and foster positive relationships.

The incumbent must be able to lead others and take appropriate action when required.Required Work Experience : One (1) year of experience required.

Other Information : Additional Education Info : Nutrition or a job related field

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements :

• Asbestos 0%
• Audible Speech 60%
• Bending and Stooping 60%
• Bio hazardous Waste 40%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory 40%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion 40%
• Blood and / or Bodily Fluids 40%
• Climbing 0%
• Communicable Diseases and / or Pathogens 40%
• Computer Monitor 60%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals 0%
• Depth Perception 60%
• Distinguish Color 60%
• Domestic Animals 20%
• Dust 20%
• Extreme Heat / Cold 60%
• Fire Risk 40%
• Gas / Vapors / Fumes 0%
• Hazardous Chemicals 20%
• Hazardous Medication 0%
• Hazardous Noise 0%
• Hearing Acuity 60%
• Heating Devices 60%
• Hypoxia 0%
• Keyboard Entry 60%
• Kneeling 40%
• Laser / High Intensity Lights 0%
• Latex 0%
• Lifting or Carrying >

75 lbs Non-Patient 0%

• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient 60%
• Lifting or Carrying 25.01 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient 20%
• Lifting / Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater 0%
• Magnetic Fields 0%
• Moving Mechanical Parts 60%
• Needles / Sharp Objects 60%
• Potential Electric Shock 40%
• Potential for Physical Assault 0%
• Pushing or Pulling >

75 lbs Non-Patient 0%

• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient 60%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient 20%
• Radiation 0%
• Reaching 60%
• Repetitive Movement Foot / Leg 0%
• Repetitive Movement Hand / Arm 60%
• Running 0%
• Seeing - Far 60%
• Seeing - Near 60%
• Sitting 60%
• Smelling Acuity 60%
• Squatting 40%
• Standing 60%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights 0%
• Taste Discrimination 60%
• Unprotected Heights 0%
• Walking 60%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces 60%

Shift : Days

Days

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It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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