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Clinical Dietitian, Registered
About WakeMed:
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care.Formoreinformation,visit www.wakemed.org.
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Position Information:
The Clinical Dietitian uses evidence-based research and nutrition focused physical assessments to develop and implement nutrition intervention(s) and monitor and evaluate patient progress in providing medical nutrition therapy. Evaluates the loss of specific muscles and subcutaneous body fat to determine the presence and degree of recommended malnutrition based on characteristics agreed upon by the clinical dietitian staff and management. Demonstrates extensive knowledge of specialized nutrition support (parenteral and enteral) principles and practices, such as electrolyte management. Safely and appropriately orders macro- and micronutrients, fluid, electrolytes and medications (insulin and acid suppression medication) for use in parenteral nutrition solutions and triages issues and concerns of nutrition support patients based on the clinical assessment of the patient. Participates in Quality Assessment Performance Improvement (QAPI) efforts to ensure nutrition care is safe and effective for the patient(s). Actively participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and patient conferences. Safely and appropriately orders therapeutic diets and oral nutrition supplements. Provides food and nutrition-related in-services and education as assigned. Contributes to the development and revision of clinical nutrition policies and procedures.
Experience Requirements:
1 Year Clinical - Dietitian/Nutritionist Required - Or 9 Months Fellowship/Internship/Residency - Related Area Required
Education Required:
Bachelor's Degree Food and Nutrition Required - And Master's Degree Food and Nutrition Preferred
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
Registered Dietitian Required - And Licensed Dietitian Required
Hours of Work:
As needed
Weekend Requirements:
As Needed
Call Requirements:
Yes
What You Can Expect
At WakeMed Health & Hospitals, our commitment to the health and well-being of our community begins right here at home with the WakeMed family. We think it’s pretty simple — we care for our employees and our employees care for the community.
WakeMed provides an inclusive work and patient care environment where differences are valued and everyone is respected.
It doesn’t take long to realize that WakeMed is a unique organization and home to a culture that is unlike any other.
The Pyramid Society Award represents WakeMed’s highest honor. Nominated by their peers, winners are honored for outstanding performance that goes above and beyond their work duties and contributes to our Aspirational Goals.
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