The clinical dietitian is responsible for independently planning, developing and directing all nutritional care activities for assigned veterans, including those with complex medical and nutritional needs.

Duties

General Duties GS-7-Conducts nutrition assessments for patients with lower acuity using the Nutritional Care Process ( NCP), including focused physical examinations to establish a nutrition focused physical examinations to establish a nutrition diagnosis and determine risk and/or degree of malnutrition.- Develops and implements Medical Nutrition Therapy ( MNT) to address the nutrition diagnosis, evaluates and monitors the effectiveness and outcomes of MNT interventions. Modifies the plan as needed to achieve positive patient outcomes.-Documents MNT in the medical record using the Assessment, Diagnosis, Interventions, Monitoring, Evaluation ( ADIME) format.-Calculates nutrient requirements and necessary diet restrictions or food and drug interactions. GS-9-Conducts comprehensive nutrition assessments using the Nutritional Care Process ( NCP), including nutrition focused physical examinations, to establish a nutrition diagnosis and determine risk and/or degree of malnutrition.- Actively participates in formal and informal interdisciplinary team meetings.- Assesses educational needs and provides nutrition education/counseling for individuals and groups that tailored to the the Veteran(s).- Maintains productivity standards,-Maintains accurate record keeping of daily clinical activities and complete patient encounters using approved systems.-Participates in service-level strategic planning and implementation of new initiatives, policies, procedures, and goals. GS-11 Coordinate nutritional care for Veterans with other health care providers, the Veteran, the Veteran's caregiver, and the community/ They interpret research and utilize whole health principles to develop patient-centered goals and improve outcomes. Clinical Dietitians collaborate with Food Operations Sections to enhance the Veterans dining experience and ensure patient satisfaction.

Requirements

Qualifications

Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. English Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in spoken and written Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or Registered Dietitian (RD) - Must be registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) the credentialing branch of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics formerly known as the American Dietetic Association (ADA). Exception for GS-07 and GS-09 Only: Dietitians who do not possess the RDN/RD credential. Non-credentialed Dietitians who otherwise meet the basic qualification requirements and have fulfilled the requirements below, but do not possess the RDN credential, may be given a full-time temporary appointment not to exceed one year under the authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405(c)(2). May only be appointed at the GS-07 or GS-09 level and may not be promoted/converted until they obtain their RDN credential. Non-credentialed Dietitians must have fulfilled each of the following: Earned a bachelor's or higher degree from a U.S. regionally accredited college or university or foreign equivalent. Foreign Education: To be creditable, college and/or university degrees earned outside the U.S and its territories must be evaluated by ACEND and meet ACEND's International Dietitian Education standards which are designed to provide graduates with the knowledge and competencies to sit for the CDR credentialing exam. ~AND~ Completed an ACEND accredited experiential or supervised practice program and provide a verification statement from the program director that conveys eligibility to take the CDR registration exam as a prospective RDN. A list of ACEND accredited programs are located on the ACEND website or at ACEND Accredited Programs Directory. Grade Determinations: Dietitian (Clinical), GS-07 Experience or Education. None beyond the basic requirements. Dietitian (Clinical), GS-09 Experience. At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, GS-7 OR Education. Master's degree from a regionally accredited university or college (TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED) AND (a) Knowledge of various accrediting and regulatory requirements. (b) Knowledge of virtual technology to provide nutrition care. (c) Ability to deliver patient care using the NCP (e.g., assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring and evaluation) (d) Ability to apply evidence-based nutrition practices to improve patient outcomes.(e) Ability to develop patient-centered goals.(f) Ability to collect data for performance improvement studies.(g) Ability to collaborate with stakeholders. Dietitian (Clinical), GS-11 Experience. At least one year of experience as an RDN equivalent to the next lower grade, GS-9. AND Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:??????? (a) Skill in delivering patient care using the NCP (e.g., assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring and evaluation). (b) Skill in interpreting research to apply evidence-based nutrition practices to improve patient outcomes. (c) Skill in developing patient-centered goals. (d) Skill in analyzing data for performance improvement studies. (e) Skill in collaborating with stakeholders.(f) Ability to comply with various accrediting, regulatory and agency authorities. Preferred Experience: Previous experience in clinical hospital nutrition is highly preferred. This include with diverse populations, familiarity with the unique needs and challenges faced by veteran patients. References: VA Handbook 5005 Part II Appendix G20 Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination.

Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

ACEND accredited programs are located on the ACEND website or at ACEND Accredited Programs Directory..

Contacts

• Address James A Haley Veterans Hospital 13000 Bruce B. Downs Boulevard Tampa, FL 33612 US
• Name: Davina Cook
• Phone: 407-631-8616
• Email: [email protected]