JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Assures continuity of care through effective decision making resulting in quality patient care.
• Regularly conducts physical assessment on patients. Annually reviews and updates protocols/patient care guidelines for area of specialization.
• Completes annual literature review related to patient care population.
• Coordinates with FNS and members of the multidisciplinary team to provide efficient, quality patient care.
• Participates in Quality Improvement activities on clinical units to improve patient satisfaction scores.
• Revises and updates patient education materials.
• Educates FNS Staff by conducting one or more education activities per year.
• Serves on FNS committee and/or EHC committees.
• Participates in performance evaluation of co-workers.
• Completion of preceptor training required.
• Precepts and evaluates interns independently.
• Develops and/or revises internship curriculum.
• Provides guidance and training to staff and dietetic interns on completing physical assessment.
• Develops and presents nutrition information in area of expertise to dietetic interns from Georgia State and Emory programs during skills development period per internship coordinator.
• Serves as preceptor for internship seminars and/or intern case studies.
• Participates in revision and update of clinical policy/protocols.
• Identifies work process improvement opportunities and propose solutions.
• Contributes to the functioning of work group.
• Develops presentation and/or education materials for staff, hospital and/or community related function or health fair.
• May participate in a nutrition related professional organization.
  
  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics.
• One or more years experience in acute care setting as a clinical dietitian.
• Registered with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Licensed as a Dietitian in the State of Georgia.
• Must maintain competency in adult and geriatric nutrition.
• Competent in basic computer skills, including diet management software.
  
  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
  
  ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.