As a Registered Clinical Dietitian, I conduct initial nutrition assessments and provide ongoing follow-up care and nutritional education for patients and staff. My role requires maintaining certification and staying updated on research while applying clinical experience in an acute care setting. Essential skills include decision-making, prioritization of patient care, and knowledge of nutrition for various medical conditions.
Responsibilities:Job Summary
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.
Registered Dietitian, Clinical Dietetics, Nutrition Assessment, Patient Care, Nutrition Education, Healthcare, Dietary Support, Food Safety, Patient Nutrition, Continuing Education
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