Clinical Dietitian-PRN

Clinical Dietitian-PRN at Norman Regional Health System summary:

The Clinical Dietitian-PRN conducts initial nutrition assessments and provides ongoing reassessment and follow-up care for patients. They also offer nutrition education services to both patients and staff, ensuring up-to-date knowledge in various subspecialties. The role requires a Registered Dietitian certification and adherence to continuing education requirements. Responsibilities: Job Summary

• Provides initial nutrition assessment of patient condition.
• Provides ongoing reassessment and follow up care.
• Provides nutrition education services for patient and staff.
• Other duties

Qualifications Education Required: Any program approved by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics that leads to registration as a Registered Dietitian/Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist (RD/RDN). Basic knowledge of subspecialty area (including nutrition support, diabetes, cardiology, renal, oncology, etc.) Must obtain approximately 15 hours of continuing education credits per calendar year. Keep current of new findings/research. Experience Preferred: Six months of clinical experience in an acute care facility preferred. Licensure/Certification Required: Registration with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and an Oklahoma State Dietitian license must be achieved within the first 6 months of employment. Must obtain a food handler's permit from the Cleveland County Health department before hire (or within 1 week of hire). Completion of general and patient care orientation is required prior to providing patient care.  Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required: Must be able to use decision making skills to make rational & quick decisions regarding prioritizing of patient care. Have the foresight to recognize unsafe work conditions and/or practices. The ability to safely use chemicals and equipment for the patients, visitors and staff. Knowledge base for use of different formula's when assessing patient's nutritional needs.

Keywords:

Clinical Dietitian, Nutrition Assessment, Patient Care, Nutrition Education, Registered Dietitian, Healthcare, Nutritional Needs, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Continuing Education, Food Handler's Permit