- Assesses the patient's nutritional needs by evaluating biochemical, anthropometric, dietary parameters and/or global assessment; develops and implements a comprehensive nutrition plan and makes recommendations regarding nutrient requirements, feeding choices and method of delivery including parenteral nutrition.
- Monitors and evaluates nutrition plan by reviewing biochemical, anthropometric and dietary parameters; modifies, revises and/or recommends changes to the patient's nutrition plan in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team; consults with the physician and other health care professionals regarding patient response to nutrition care plans; communicates care plan to other health care providers, family and/or caregivers in the hospital or community including parenteral nutrition.
- Participates in patient care rounds on assigned units and clinics by evaluating and reporting on aspects of the nutritional care plan; maintains and updates patient files and makes notes regarding recommendations or adjustments as per established guidelines.
- Develops and provides individual and group teaching sessions for staff and caregivers regarding comprehensive nutrition and support; develops written educational material and related resources for the patient, family and/or caregivers including other health care professionals.
- Educates the patient, patient's family and/or caregiver around nutritional issues such as eating habits, learning ability and cultural background.
- Completes and maintains appropriate related records for activities performed such as documentation of nutritional care plan on patient charts, workload statistics, formula requisitions and patient menus as per established procedures.
- Provides input to the Manager by participating in the development, implementation, evaluation and revision of nutrition practice guidelines, quality improvement initiatives and educational materials based on current evidence-based practice and literature research with a focus on parenteral nutrition.
- Acts as a resource person to the multidisciplinary team and other health care professionals; provides orientation and in-service sessions as required; participates in student programs by providing education to the learning needs of others such as dietetic interns with a focus on parenteral nutrition.
- Acts as a primary resource for critical care and/or parenteral nutrition for the designated area, in consultation with other critical care and/or parenteral dietitians from other facilities; participates in a leadership role for critical care and/or parenteral nutrition support within the Professional Practice Council.
- Provides input on menu planning, recipe development, equipment/service selection process and enteral/parenteral formula selection process based on the requirements of the patient population.
- Provides input to the Manager by participating, implementing and evaluating clinical research projects and surveys by identifying current trends in nutrition and nutrition support literature and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to assess current research and share information from research findings.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and ExperienceBachelor of Science degree in Dietetics from a recognized educational institution, plus successful completion of an approved dietetic internship program.
Two (2) years' recent related clinical experience in a medical/surgical unit in a large acute-care facility including current certification in nutrition support (CNSC) from the National Board of Nutrition Support Certification (NBNSC), or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Current registration with the College of Dietitians of BC (CDBC) and current certification for Restricted Activity A, B & C.
Skills and Abilities- Demonstrated background knowledge in nutritional sciences, food preparation and nutrient composition
- Comprehensive knowledge of biochemistry, human metabolism and advanced nutrition support
- Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of critical care intervention, medication/nutrient interactions, enteral and parenteral support and relevant metabolic changes in response to disease/intervention
- Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of current practice in nutritional intervention in enteral and parenteral support
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively within an interdisciplinary environment
- Ability to teach and counsel
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload
- Ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position
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Dietitian, Critical Care/parenteral Nutrition - New Westminster, Canada - Fraser Health Authority
Description
Salary rangeThe salary range for this position is CAD $ $49.39 / hour
Why Fraser Health?
Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka'pamux Nations, and is home to six Métis Chartered Communities.
Our team of 45,000 staff, medical staff and volunteers is dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities to deliver on our vision: Better health, best in health care. Learn more.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Relief Full Time - Dietitian, Critical Care/Parenteral Nutrition to join our team at Royal Columbian Hospital located in New Westminster, B.C. This position is available until September 1, 2024 or Return of Incumbent. We hire great people for outstanding jobs and need your help to expand the ability to deliver prompt and professional service.
Come work with us
Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields, career growth and advancement, a competitive compensation package (including four weeks of vacation to start, comprehensive health benefits, and pension plan), and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day in health care.
Effective October 26, 2021 all staff for all positions across health care in British Columbia are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (have received a full series of a World Health Organization "WHO" approved vaccine against infection by SARS-COV-2, or a combination of approved WHO vaccines). Please note this applies to all postings, and there are no exceptions.
Fraser Health values diversity in the work force and strives to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust. Fraser Health's hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable, and culturally safe manner.
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Detailed Overview
Reporting clinically to the Dietitian Practice Leader and administratively to the Manager, Clinical Nutrition, provides nutrition services to patients on assigned unit(s) by designing, implementing, evaluating, monitoring, revising and documenting the appropriate nutritional care plans for patients requiring nutrition support including parenteral nutrition; acts a resource person for parenteral nutrition and/or critical care nutrition support for other dietitians and other health care professionals; provides input to the Manager in the development of nutrition practice guidelines and procedures, research and quality improvement initiatives for the program.
Responsibilities