Dietitian - Lvl III

Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center is attuned to the healthcare issues that matter to the people of North Brooklyn. Woodhull focuses on preventing disease and promoting healthy lifestyles by reaching out to the community at various locations. At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons. Work Shifts 9:00 A.M - 5:00 P.M Job Description PURPOSE OF POSITION: It is essential to employ a registered dietitian (RD) in the Ambulatory Care - Women's Health Practice. The dietitian provides tailored counseling to all patients referred to ensure optimal nutrition status and future health. AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The dietitian interviews patients to obtain nutrition history, reviews medical records data, and completes nutrition assessments and reassessments according to evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines. The dietitian as well provides medical nutrition therapy to ambulatory care patients and families; consults with members of the healthcare team regarding the nutritional needs of patients; establishes and maintains an effective nutrition education program for the Women's Health Practices; participates in health care activities in the Ambulatory Care Practice and assists with the implementation of departmental policies and procedures. SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Interviews patients/significant others to obtain nutrition history, reviews medical records data and completes nutrition assessments and reassessments according to the Evidence Based Nutrition Practice Guidelines. • Documents in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) in ADIME format utilizing the Nutrition Care Process. • Provides medical nutrition therapy (MNT) to ambulatory care patients and/or families and documents nutrition intervention in EMR. • Considers cultural and religious food preferences, language barriers, physical disabilities and age group when performing assessment or providing MNT. • Assists in supervision for subordinate dietitians. • Plans and directs work of subordinate staff in the absence of Clinical Nutrition Manager and Level IV dietitian. • Assists in preparation of work schedule for subordinate dietitians and supervises scheduling of work assignments, prepares schedule when requested. • Acts as a liaison among leadership and dietitians. • In the absence of Clinical Nutrition Manager and level IV dietitian, conducts staff conferences in order to communicate new and/or revised policies, procedures, and other appropriate matters. • Responsible for all aspects of patient nutrition care and education of patients and/or families referred by physician. • Consults with members of the healthcare team regarding the nutritional needs of patients. • Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to maintain or improve patient care and outcome metrics. • Participates in the healthcare team activities in the Ambulatory Care Services, including meetings and rounds. • Establishes and maintains an effective nutrition education program for Ambulatory Care. • Maintains file on nutrition group education program and individual patients counseled. • Documents broken appointments in medical chart and send scheduled appointment date • Serves as a professional and educational resource to subordinate dietitians and other staff. • Participates in training of new clinical dietitians and dietetic interns. • Participates in special nutrition projects for patients, when requested. • Participates in hospital and community events, including developing and presenting nutrition related lectures/presentations to various community groups, when requested or assigned. • Assists in the development and presentation of education and training programs for the professional and auxiliary staff. • Participates in data collection for performance improvement. Performs and maintains performance improvement programs as assigned. • Submits monthly productivity and statistics of ambulatory nutrition visits. • Assists with the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures. • Participates in committees, attends meetings, trainings, continuing education and in-services, as assigned. • Participates in down time procedures during EMR failure. • Maintains patient confidentiality and discards Protected Health Information (PHI) as per hospital policy. • Performs related tasks as assigned, and assists others in the department as requested by appropriate personnel. Minimum Qualifications Qualification Requirements: For appointment to Assignment Level I 1. Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, with a major in Dietetics or Foods and Nutrition in a program approved by the American Dietetic Association (ADA); or, 2. Registration or eligibility for registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) as a Registered Dietitian or New York State Certification as a Dietitian-Nutritionist. For appointment to Assignment Level II 1. Registration or eligibility for registration by the CDR as a Registered Dietitian or New York State Certification as a Dietitian-Nutritionist. For appointment to Assignment Levels III and IV 1. Registration by the CDR as a Registered Dietitian or New York State Certification as a Dietitian-Nutritionist. Special Note for Dietitians assigned to Post-Acute Care (Long-Term Care) facility: Under the Medicare and Medicaid Programs, Reform of Requirements for Long-Term Care Facilities, as outlined in Section 483.60 of Title 42 of the Code of Federal Regulations all newly hired Dietitians, Levels I-IV assigned to a Post-Acute Care (Long-Term Care) facility, are required to have New York State Certification, issued by the New York State Education Department (NYSED), as a Dietitian-Nutritionist at the time of hire. Dietitians, Levels I-IV hired prior to November 28, 2016, assigned to a Post-Acute Care (Long-Term Care) facility are required to obtain New York State Certification, issued by the NYSED, as a Dietitian-Nutritionist on or before November 28, 2021. NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week Retirement Savings and Pension Plans Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities Multiple employee discounts programs

Created: 2024-11-02