Job ID83147
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 best of the best pediatrichospitals with #1 rankings in Colorado and the region by U.S. News & WorldReport.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
The Clinical Dietitian Senior a lead team member who provides comprehensive,safe, and ethical medical nutrition therapy to patients, families, andother clients in inpatient or outpatient settings. Leads quality improvementactivities and advances the practice of dietetics through professionalleadership activities.
Additional Information
Department Name: Clinical NutritionJob Status: Full-Time; 1.0 FTE; 40 hours/weekShift: Monday - Friday, 5x8 hour shifts
Qualifications
EDUCATION - Master's Degree required.EXPERIENCE - Six (6) years clinical nutrition required.LICENSURES - Registered Dietitians (RD) or Registered DietitianNutritionists (RDN) required.This position may require a BLS certification from the American HeartAssociation. Click on the following link and enter your zip code to find anappropriate class near you. Please note BLS (CPR cards) fromorganizations other than American Heart Association, even if it says it isAHA approved, will not be accepted.
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.
Assesses, plans, and delivers accurate medical nutrition therapy usingestablished standards and evidence.
Incorporates principles of culture-competence and family-centered care.
Trains and observes RDs, interns, and students in their clinical practice.Provides feedback to enhance understanding and compliance.
Pursues professional growth and skill development.
Actively contributes to rounds, care conferences, and care coordination.Collaborates and promotes teamwork to achieve positive patient and clientoutcomes across the organization and/or within the department.
Proactively connects with Clin cal Nutrition team members and otherdisciplines in the organization to identify Clinical Nutrition-relatedissues, potential solutions, and opportunities for quality and processimprovement.