Dietitian – Behavioral Health Position Available In Capitol, Connecticut

Job Description:

Location:

Avera McKennan Hospital Worker Type:

Regular WorkShift:

Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (UnitedStates of America)

Pay Range:

The pay range for this position islisted below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $26.75

• $40.00 Position Highlights Monday
• Friday, 8:00 AM
• 4:30 PM YouBelong at Avera Be part of a multidisciplinary team built withcompassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and ourpatients.

Work where you matter. A Brief Overview The dietitian isresponsible for the nutritional care of the patient within anassigned area of practice. What you will do Performs an accurateassessment within a timely manner of the patient’s nutritionalstatus including, but not limited to: obtaining and interpretinginformation in terms of the patient’s nutritional needs,patient/family level of knowledge, ability and readiness to learnabout nutrition requirements, cultural/religious needs, andphysical/mental limitations. Demonstrates knowledge of age-specificfactors and performs satisfactorily related to patient’s age,infant through geriatrics, as noted on unit specific guidelines andcompetencies. Plans the delivery of medical nutrition therapy andimplements an individualized outcomes based nutritional care planspecific to patient’s needs with clearly defined, measurable goals.

Demonstrates ability to provide medical nutrition therapy topatients/family based on assessment needs. Ensures continuity ofnutrition care through communication with relevant care providersat mission and discharge. Helps to effectively transition patientsto a new care environment. Documents all phases of the nutritioncare process in a complete and concise manner. Develops andinterprets patient education classes and/or materials. Demonstratesability to educate the public by planning and presenting lecturesrelated to nutrition therapy and community nutrition. Providingguidance to dietetic assistant in identifying and assigningpatients to a nutritional risk level using screening/assessmentpolicies and procedures. Functions as an integral member of aninterdisciplinary healthcare team as evidenced by activeparticipation in team conferences, multidisciplinary care planning,and ongoing communication of outreach contracts. EssentialQualifications The individual must be able to work the hoursspecified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must beable to perform each essential job function satisfactorilyincluding having visual acuity adequate to perform position dutiesand the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear,understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. Theserequirements and those listed above are representative of theknowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essentialjob functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential jobfunctions, as long as the accommodations do not cause unduehardship to the employer.

Required Education,License/Certification, or Work Experience:

Bachelor’s Some CollegeDietetic Internship or similar Academy of Nutrition and Dieteticsapproved program required, unless already registered with theCommission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Registered Dietitian

• Commission on Dietetic Registration within 180 Days LicensedDietitian
• Licensing Board Licensed in the state based off jobassignment as a Dietitian.

within 180

Days Preferred Education,License/Certification, or Work Experience:

1-3 years Experience andadvanced certifications in specialty area Expectations andStandards Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission,vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, theirfamilies, and our community. Promote Avera’s values of compassion,hospitality, and stewardship. Uphold Avera’s standards ofCommunication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) withenthusiasm and sincerity. Maintain confidentiality. Workeffectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow withother team members and ensuring a productive and efficientenvironment. Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, andstandards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The JointCommission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable. Benefits You Need & ThenSome Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifyingpart-time and full-time employees. We support you withopportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits aredesigned to meet needs of today and into the future. PTO availableday 1 for eligible hires. Free health insurance options, forfull-time single coverage on Avera High Deductible Health Plan Upto 5% employer matching contribution for retirement Careerdevelopment guided by hands-on training and mentorship Avera is anEqual Opportunity Employer

• Qualified applicants will receiveconsideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, orother categories protected by law.

If you are an individual with adisability and would like to request an accommodation for help withyour online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send anemail to talent@avera.org .