Job ID84765

　　LocationAurora, Colorado

　　Full/Part TimeFull-Time

　　Regular/TemporaryRegular

　　Why Work at Children's....

　　Here, it's different. Come join us.Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcareexcellence for more than 100 years.Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists,researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future ofchild health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and acelebrated history, we're making new strides every day.We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses CredentialingCenter and are consistently recognized among the nation's top 10 pediatrichospitals by U.S. News & World Report.As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families fromall over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals,11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatriccare specialties.Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the bestpossible care to each child and family we treat.That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access,advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with differentidentities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know wecan see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects thediversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diversetalent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help usone day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comesthrough oA career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, andmotivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it'sdifferent.

　　Job Overview

　　Come be a part of our Clinical Nutrition Team! We are an incredible group ofclinicians dedicated to providing patient & family centered evidence-basedmedical nutrition therapy. Our clinical RDs are highly integrated within themultidisciplinary team on the inpatient units and outpatient clinics atChildren's Hospital Colorado. Come experience the culture of ClinicalNutrition...excellence, collaboration, partnership, and connection. Thisposition will be supporting outpatient pediatric clinics.

　　Additional Information

　　Department Name: Clinical NutritionJob Status: 1.0 FTE; 40 hours/week - eligible for benefitsShift: Monday-Friday, possibility of weekends/holidays

　　Qualifications

　　EDUCATION - Master's DegreeEQUIVALENCY - Bachelor Degree with Registered Dietitians (RD) orRegistered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDN) adhering to the Commission ofDietetic Registration guidelinesLICENSURES - Registered Dietitians (RD) or Registered DietitianNutritionists (RDN)

　　Responsibilities

　　POPULATION SPECIFIC CARENeonate - 30 days to 1yrToddlers - >1yr to 3yrsPre-Schoolers - >3yrs to 5yrsSchool age - >5yrs to 13yrsAdolescent - >13yrs to 18yrsAdult - >18yrs to 65yrsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAn employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of thefollowing essential functions. These examples do not include all of thefunctions which the employee may be expected to perform.Provides nutrition therapy for patients with a variety of diagnosis, in aninpatient or outpatient setting as needed. Incorporates principles ofculture-competence and family-centered care into clinical services.Completes written documentation of medical nutrition therapy provided inaccordance with department standards for format, content, and time frames.Completes nutrition focused physical exam by evaluating body systems,mid-upper arm circumference, triceps skinfold, muscle, and subcutaneousfat wasting, feeding ability, oral health, skin condition, appetiteand affect if applicable for patient care.Provides education and nutrition counseling to patients and families. Participates in the updating and development of nutrition education materialsas needed.Assists interns, students and peers in their clinical practice andprofessional development.Collaborates with the family, medical team, schools, home care companiesand other providers as appropriate to provide continuum of care for thepatient and clinical services and outcomes.Contributes to clinical services and outcomes through rounds, careconferences and care coordination.Documents patient care time and activities for use with benchmarking,billing and productivity.Participates in quality management processes and work groups to make