Children's National Medical Center

Clinical Dietician I - Full Time - Pediatric Center, DC

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Description Responsible for providing clinical nutrition services, including nutrition assessment, modified diet formulation, self-management training and nutrition intervention to patients. Ensures patient satisfaction, quality care, regulatory agency compliance, and good public relations are achieved through the safe and efficient use of resources. Qualifications Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree in Public Health Nutrition, Nutrition Science, Dietetics, or a nutrition-related field (Required), or Master's Degree in nutrition or clinical specialty for new graduates starting after 2024. Minimum Work Experience 1 year of experience and/or completed internship, preferably in the area of maternal and child health. (Required) Required Licenses and Certifications Licensed in the District of Columbia. Registered Dietitian within 90 Days (Required). Required Skills/Knowledge Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of medical staff, healthcare professionals, managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra. Computer Skills: Possesses necessary skills to effectively operate the hospital's electronic medical record system. Ability to operate a standard computer, including basic use of MS applications such as Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Functional Accountabilities Assesses the nutritional status of patients through documentation in the medical record. Develops, revises, and individualizes nutrition care plans. Incorporates current evidence-based research into practice. Utilizes physician/referring practitioner-driven protocols to implement or modify orders for nutrition-related actions. Executes programs/services in an organized, collaborative, and customer-centered manner. Adheres to facility confidentiality, HIPAA regulations, and patient rights policies. Complies with regulatory standards. Completes all required documentation in a timely manner. Communicates effectively with all team members, patients, and families. Orients, mentors, and trains staff and interns, as applicable. Provides training to patient services staff on special needs with patients' diet prescriptions. Assists with modified menu planning. Participates in facility-wide and department Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement (QAPI) Program. Visits patients on assigned nursing units. Assists and contributes to patient satisfaction goals. Projects and practices consistent ownership attributes. Reads and complies with all policies and procedures. Follows all security procedures for facility and department. Responds to utility failures per department policy. Follows facility and department safety policies and procedures. Wears name tag identification. Follows the facility's protocols for Hazardous Materials and Waste Program. Adheres to Emergency Preparedness Program. Performs other tasks that may be assigned. Organizational Accountabilities Anticipate and respond to customer needs. Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior. Contribute to a positive work environment. Use resources efficiently. Speak up when unsafe behavior is observed. Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors, and co-workers. Primary Location: District of Columbia-Washington Work Locations: Rehab and Specialized Care, 1731 Bunker Hill Road NE, Washington 20017 Job: Non-Clinical Professional Organization: HSC Pediatric Center Position Status: Regular - Full-Time Shift: Day Work Schedule: M-F Job Posting: Sep 25, 2024 Full-Time Salary Range: 54516.8 - 90854.4 J-18808-Ljbffr