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Clinical Nutrition Specialist

2 months ago

Altoona, Pennsylvania, United States UPMC Full time
Position Title: Dietitian II, Nutrition Services

Schedule:
Monday-Friday, Day shift with rotating weekends

Objective:
To deliver a comprehensive level of nutrition expertise within the interdisciplinary team for the management of hospitalized patients.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Maintain knowledge of outpatient billing protocols and ensure compliance with regulatory documentation for client charges.
  • Facilitate educational sessions or CEU opportunities for the multidisciplinary team at the departmental or facility level.
  • Conduct Nutrition Diagnoses and identify Malnutrition using 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 strategies as a collaborative member of the interdisciplinary care team.
  • Guide and mentor 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 through Medical Nutrition Therapy, including assessment, goal setting, and care planning.
  • Lead an annual departmental initiative, promoting evidence-based practices.
  • Act as the 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 preparing educational materials and presentations.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics with a minimum of 2 years of clinical nutrition experience, or a Master's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics with at least 1 year of clinical nutrition experience, and registration as a dietitian is required.

Essential Skills:
Strong analytical skills for accurate assessment, planning, and evaluation of outcomes. Excellent interpersonal skills for effective interaction with diverse populations and collaboration in a team setting. Proficient nutrition education, counseling, and mentoring abilities. Critical thinking skills for informed decision-making.

Licensure and Certifications:
Registered Dietitian is mandatory. Licensed Dietitian is essential.

Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN)
Registered Dietitian (RD)
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran