Clinical Dietitian Lead

Full Time
Bismarck, ND 58501
Posted
Job description
Overview

Since 1885, CHI St. Alexius Health has been dedicated to leading health care in this region by enriching the lives of patients through the highest quality of care. We seek to continue our tradition of success and innovation with individuals dedicated to delivering the highest level of expertise and quality. Together we can continue to grow and support the legacy of CHI St. Alexius Health for many years to come.

CHI St. Alexius Health is a regional health network with a tertiary hospital in Bismarck, the system also consists of critical access hospitals (CAHs) in Carrington, Dickinson, Devils Lake, Garrison, Turtle Lake, Washburn and Williston and numerous clinics and outpatient services. CHI St. Alexius Health manages four CAHs in North Dakota - Elgin, Linton, and Wishek, as well as Mobridge Regional Medical Center in Mobridge, S.D. CHI St. Alexius Health offers a comprehensive line of inpatient and outpatient medical services, including: a Level II Trauma Center, primary and specialty physician clinics, home health and hospice services, durable medical equipment services, a fitness and human performance center and ancillary services throughout western and central North Dakota.

CHI St. Alexius Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care.

CHI St. Alexius Health provides you with the same level of care you provide for others. We care about our employees well-being and offer benefits that complement work/life balance. We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:
  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft
  • Free Membership to Care.com
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
  • 457(b) Retirement Program and Matching 403(b) Retirement Program
  • Wellness Program

Responsibilities

Coordinates and assists with clinical nutrition administrative duties and mentors Clinical Dietitians, students, performs administrative duties, and participates in patient satisfaction, quality management, and performance improvement projects and meetings. Collaborates with the leadership in Food and Nutrition Services, as well as leadership in other departments as it relates to patient care and nutrition. Performs duties of Clinical Dietitian on a regular basis.

  • Supports in maintaining adequate staffing for clinical daily needs reflecting cost efficiency. Collaborates in the process of menu development for patient. Supports in managing the facility diet manual, as well as patient diet and nutritional compliance, and participates in hospital committees as needed (e.g., Quality and P&T committees). May also act as the highest ranking RD as needed.
  • Participates in peer reviews and chart audits. Coordinates and leads training/development of Clinical Dietitians I & II, patient interactive positions (i.e. dietitians, diet clerks, etc.), as well as other positions as needed.
  • Supports patient interactive positions (i.e. dietitians, diet clerks, etc.) and provides for the operational needs of these positions. Collaborates in maintaining regulatory compliance and infection control practices.
  • Promotes a positive patient experience by maintaining communication with patients, staff, and guests and providing excellent customer service.
  • Conducts patient screening in accordance with specialized clinical guidelines for those at a specific nutritional risk.
  • Implements targeted and specific nutrition intervention(s) based on the specific medical condition. Provides customized nutrition education to patients and/or families and caregivers. Actively participates as a member of the multi-specialty, interdisciplinary care team to contribute toward overall patient care.
  • Closely monitors, evaluates and rescreens patient nutrition status as appropriate. Updates plan of care as necessary. Follows up with patient as needed.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree with completion of accredited dietitian program (ACEND – Accreditation Councils for Education in Nutrition Dietetics)
  • Valid registration as a Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Current (within the past 12 month) ServSafe® Allergen and Food Handler Certifications. If not currently certified, certification to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
  • Must have at least one advanced Board Certification or paneled with CCS as a Specialist: Pediatric, Renal, Gerontological, Pediatric Critical Care, Oncology Nutrition, Sports Dietetics, or Obesity and Weight Management. Board certification Specialist in oncology, Pediatric and Pediatric critical care, Renal, and Gerontological. Also Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (NBNSC)-ASPEN, Certified Diabetes Care and Education specialist (NCBDE). Outpatient/Wellness Center/Rehabilitation -Board certified specialist in Sports Dietetics, obesity and weight management
  • At least two years as a Clinical Dietitian at Commonspirit Health or four years acute hospital experience working with patients in more complex level of care to specialized population (e.g., pediatric, bariatric, ICU, etc).
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Pay Range

$17.96-$24.02

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