Clinical Dietitian I- PRN

Job ID 68192 Location Aurora, Colorado Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular Why Work at Children's.... Here, it’s different. Come join us. Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Here, the nation’s brightest nurses, physicians, scientists, researchers, therapists and care providers are creating the future of child health. With an optimist’s outlook, a trailblazing spirit and a celebrated history, we’re making new strides every day. We’ve been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and are consistently recognized among the nation’s top 10 pediatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report.  As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals, 12 specialty care centers, 400 outreach clinics and 7,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties. We need your expertise. A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it’s different. Do you have what it takes? Additional Information Department: Clinical Nutrition Hours per week: 40, eligible for benefits Shift: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM and some weekends, all PRN. Job Overview The Clinical Dietitian I provides comprehensive, safe, and effective medical nutrition therapy through evaluation and assessment of nutritional status, determines appropriate nutrition interventions to improve nutritional status, and provides comprehensive and detailed nutrition education and care plans to patients and families in inpatient and outpatient areas. Also serves as an expert resource to the multi-disciplinary medical or surgical team on any nutrition-related matters. Responsibilities POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE Neonate - <30 days Infancy - >30 days to 1yr Toddlers - >1yr to 3yrs Pre-Schoolers - >3yrs to 5yrs School age - >5yrs to 13yrs Adolescent - >13yrs to 18yrs Adult - >18yrs to 65yrs ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the functions which the employee may be expected to perform. Provides competent and timely medical nutrition therapy for patients with a variety of diagnosis, in an inpatient and/or outpatient setting as needed.  Incorporates principles of culture-competence and family-centered care into clinical services. Provides appropriate education and nutrition counseling to patients and families. Participates in the updating and development of nutrition education materials as needed. Participates in education of students, interns, medical providers, and the community as requested and appropriate. Collaborates with the family, medical team, schools, home care companies and other providers as appropriate to ensure the continuum of care for the patient and optimal clinical services and outcomes. Completes written documentation of medical nutrition therapy provided in accordance with department standards for format, content, and time frames.  Accurately and consistently documents and charges for (if applicable) direct patient care time in the electronic medical record. Other Information SCOPE AND LEVEL Guidelines: Developmental, standard, or intermediate level.  Guidelines are generally numerous, well established, and directly applicable to the work assignment.  Work assignment and desired results are explained by general oral or written instructions. Complexity: Performs routine and/or basic tasks common to the field. Procedures, methods, and techniques to be used are well established with options to be considered well defined.  Tools, work aids, and materials to be used are specified.  Decision Making: Decisions or recommendations on non-standardized situations are limited to relating organizational policies to specific cases.  Brings non-routine issues to supervisor. Problems that are not covered by guidelines or that are without precedent are taken up with the supervisor. Communications: Contacts with team members, clients or the public where explanatory or interpretive information is exchanged, gathered, or presented and some degree of discretion and judgment are required within the parameters of the job function. Supervision Received: Under close supervision, the employee receives training to develop skills and abilities in a specific line of work or general occupational area.  Work product is subject to close, continuous inspection. Qualifications EDUCATION – Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics. LICENSURES/CERTIFICATION(S) – Registered Dietitians (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDN) or obtain RD or RDN within 45 days of hire. A minimum of one year of professional work experience as a Registered Dietitian and/or a Master's Degree in Clinical Nutrition (or related field) is preferred. Physical Requirements Ability to Perform Essential Functions of the Job Audio-Visual: Far Vision: Good Audio-Visual: Hearing: Good Audio-Visual: Near Vision: Good General Activity: Sit: 4-6 hrs. per day General Activity: Stand/Walk: 2-4 hrs. per day Motion: Bend: Up to 1/3 of time Motion: Carry: Up to 1/3 of time Motion: Lift: Up to 1/3 of time Motion: Pull: Up to 1/3 of time Motion: Push: Up to 1/3 of time Motion: Reach: Up to 1/3 of time Motion: Squat/Crouch: Up to 1/3 of time Others: Able to provide services in all areas where newborn patients are served. Use of Hands/Feet: Both Feet - Gross Motor Function Work Environment Exposure: Exposure to blood/body fluid: Occasional. Exposure: Exposure to chemicals: Occasional. Exposure: Exposure to cold/heat: Occasional. Exposure: Exposure to infectious diseases: Occasional. Exposure: Exposure to noise/vibration: Occasional. Exposure: Exposure to skin irritations: Occasional. Mental and Emotional Requirements: Independent discretion/decision making. Manages stress appropriately. Works with others effectively. Equal Employment Opportunity It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation.  Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information. Salary Information Annual Salary Range (Based on 40 hours worked per week): $50,879.89 to $76,319.84 Hourly Salary Range: $24.46 to $36.69 Benefits Information As a Children’s Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid sick leave and a robust wellness program.

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