Clinical Nutrition Specialist

2 weeks ago


Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States UPMC Full time
Position Overview:
UPMC Mercy is seeking a Casual Dietitian to enhance our healthcare team.

This role requires a commitment of at least one shift every two weeks.

Compensation will be aligned with experience and assessed at the time of offer. The salary range provided pertains to the Dietitian II level.

Role Purpose:
The primary objective is to deliver exceptional nutrition expertise within the interdisciplinary management of hospitalized patients.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Maintain knowledge of outpatient billing regulations and perform necessary documentation to ensure compliance with client charges.
  • Provide educational sessions or continuing education opportunities to the multidisciplinary team at the departmental or facility level.
  • Conduct Nutrition Diagnoses and identify Malnutrition through the application of Nutrition Focused Physical Assessment and established criteria.
  • Execute order writing in accordance with the Dietitian Delegation Order system protocol.
  • Deliver tailored nutritional education and counseling based on the learning needs and capabilities of patients and families.
  • Exhibit effective communication as a collaborative member of the interdisciplinary care team.
  • Mentor and train dietetic students, interns, and support staff, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Implement timely interventions based on Nutrition Risk levels and the established Plan of Care.
  • Provide high-quality patient care to diverse populations utilizing Medical Nutrition Therapy, including assessment, goal setting, and care planning.
  • Lead an annual departmental initiative, promoting evidence-based practices.
  • Act as a nutrition liaison/expert for assigned units and engage in interdisciplinary committees to enhance the nutrition care process.
  • Demonstrate professional writing skills adaptable to various health literacy levels in creating materials, presentations, and communications.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics with a minimum of 2 years of clinical nutrition experience, and must be a registered dietitian.

OR a Master's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics with at least 1 year of clinical nutrition experience, and must be a registered dietitian.

Essential Skills:
  • Analytical skills for accurate assessment, planning, and evaluation of outcomes.
  • Interpersonal skills for effective interaction with diverse populations and collaboration in a team setting.
  • Strong nutrition education, counseling, and mentoring abilities.
  • Critical thinking skills for sound decision-making.

Licensure and Certifications:
Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN)
Registered Dietitian (RD)
Act 34 clearance

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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