Advanced Practice Clinical Dietitian

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as an Advanced Practice Clinical Dietitian today with Doctors Hospital of Augusta. Job Summary and Qualifications To collaborate as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team to provide patients of all age groups and acuity levels with high quality Medical Nutrition Therapy following the Nutrition Care Process. Major Responsibilities: Quality Performs timely nutrition screenings and assessemnts in accordance with the Corporate Screening and Assessment Policy Perform nutrition focused physical exams on patients who are at nutritional risk and act as a NFPE champion by training others. Develop and implement individualized nutritional care plans. Identify patient nutrition education needs and provide nutrition counseling to patients, family, and/or caregivers Evaluate and monitor the effectiveness and outcomes of medical nutrition therapy interventions. Participate in the competency assessment process and achieve/maintain a passing score of 90% or higher on RD chart audits. Serve as a clinical resource for reliable nutrition information to all interdisciplinary team members, interns, and the community. Assists in the development of nutrition care guidelines and adheres to the nutrition care manual, department/facility guidelines and/or protocols to provide evidence based nutrition care. Integrates the Academy Code of Ethics in all areas of practice. Specialty-Specific Responsibilities Lead an annual clinical nutrition practice initiative, performance improvement and/or research project. Attend, participate, and present nutrition information at the nutrition support committee meetings and shared governance councils. Service Assumes accountability for promoting consistent, positive patient interactions that advance the agenda of unparalleled patient service. Maintains a patient-first philosophy and engages in service recovery when necessary. Supports the development and implementation of strategies to elevate the patient experience. Displays courteous behavior to customers, guests, and co-worker. Must smile, make eye contact, and use AIDET principles when interfacing with patients. People Mentors and coaches dietetic interns and new employees while fostering their critical thinking skills. Provides and develops education and training for dietetic interns, healthcare students, residents, physicians, and allied health professionals in clinical nutrition as assigned Participates in the interviewing process of potential dietitians Growth Pursues goals and professional development to maintain a high level of competency in nutrition care or specialty. Finance Perform all duties and use s resources in a fiscially responsible manner. Other Practices and adheres to the "Code of Conduct" and "Mission and Value Statement." Education & Experience: • Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or equivalent Required • Master Degree Preferred • Completion of an ACEND-accredited internship practice program Required • At least 3 years of hospital clinical nutrition experience Required Licensure, Certifications, Training: Credential: Required: Licensed Dietitian (LD) Required: Advanced Dietitian Certification (RD-AP, CSP, CNSC, CDE, CSO, or equivalent) Benefits Doctors Hospital of Augusta, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Doctors Hospital of Augusta, part of HCA Healthcare, is a 350-bed hospital that provides a wide range of medical services. It is known for its 24/7 emergency care, Level II Trauma Center, Burn Center, advanced heart care, and Baby-Friendly maternity services. The hospital also offers surgery, women's imaging, and a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), and it accepts most insurance plans. It is located at 3651 Wheeler Road in Augusta, Georgia. The hospital provides 24/7 emergency care with a Level II Trauma Center and full stroke care, as well as a nationally recognized Burn Center that is one of the largest in the country and offers advanced wound care. It also delivers advanced heart care for patients experiencing heart attacks. In addition, the hospital supports maternity and women's health with a Baby-Friendly designation, a Level II NICU, and a certified Women's Diagnostic Center. Surgical services include specialized care in orthopedic procedures like hip and knee replacements and spinal fusion surgeries. The hospital also operates Doctors Hospital Evans Emergency, a freestanding emergency room that is open 24/7 and provides advanced imaging and lab services. Doctors Hospital of Augusta has several important accreditations. It is accredited by the American College of Radiology for radiation oncology services and by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program for bariatric surgery. Its inpatient rehabilitation facility is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities in the Central Savannah River Area. The hospital's laboratory is accredited by the College of American Pathologists, and its Center for Stroke Care is accredited by The Joint Commission. Its electroencephalogram (EEG) laboratory is accredited by the Laboratory Accreditation Board of ABRET. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Advanced Practice Clinical Dietitian opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer. 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