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Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Under limited supervision, utilizes a multi-disciplinary approach to health care, assists the health care team in providing holistic patient care, specific to the age of the patient population identified within the patient care unit, in accordance with the NCS Department standards. Interfaces with food service operations staff to facilitate provision of optimal nutritional care to patients. Participates in preventative community educational experiences and outpatient care. Adheres to the principles of Service Excellence Guiding Behaviors and the philosophy and mission of MercyOne in all aspects of job performance.

Your best life. Our one purpose.

At MercyOne Siouxland, we work continuously to inspire one another and are dedicated to do what is right. Our colleagues are proud to go the extra mile.

What we offer:

We care about your wellbeing, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:

• Wellness programs

• Education reimbursement

• Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision

• Paid time off

• Long- and short-term leave

• Retirement planning

• Life insurance coverage

About the job:

Under limited supervision, utilizes a multi-disciplinary approach to health care, assists the health care team in providing holistic patient care, specific to the age of the patient population identified within the patient care unit, in accordance with the NCS Department standards. Interfaces with food service operations staff to facilitate provision of optimal nutritional care to patients. Participates in preventative community educational experiences and outpatient care. Adheres to the principles of Service Excellence Guiding Behaviors and the philosophy and mission of MercyOne in all aspects of job performance.

What you will do:

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide service/care appropriate to the age of the patients served, in accordance with MercyOne standards.

• Coordinates and monitors assessment of all patients for nutritional risk, utilizing a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care.

• Comprehensively assesses, organizes and records information and intake data pertinent to patients identified at nutritional risk.

• Evaluates appropriateness of prescribed diets and nutrition support regimens. Formulates recommendations for optimal nutritional intervention. Notifies nursing and/or medical staff of discrepancies in nutritional needs and recommendations.

• Documents all pertinent data in designated areas of the patient's medical record. Participates in discharge planning and team conferences to further communicate patient needs.

• Monitors nutritional status and intake of patients and provides follow-up care as warranted, utilizing input from nursing staff, members of the health care team, Diet Technicians, and food service operations staff. Acts as liaison between patient care units and food service operations.

• Evaluates patient's potential for compliance with prescribed diet regimen, patient's ability to learn and educational needs. Instructs patient and family in dietary regimen specific to individual needs.

• Provides comprehensive nutritional expertise to members of the health care team. Assists with in service training and ongoing education of food service personnel and other members of the health care team.

• Participates in preventive educational experiences such as health fairs, media exposure or public speaking. Represents the department and hospital philosophy and mission in all public encounters.

• Participates in departmental performance improvement projects. Provides expertise departmentally and represents the department, providing input to nursing units and ancillary departments, as part of an overall patient care process of improvement.

• Prepares professional goals, objectives and plans to facilitate personal and departmental growth, specific to patient population served. Complies with regulations and continuing education requirements regarding licensure with the State of Iowa and registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration, the credentialing agency for Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

• Maintains effective written and verbal communication within the Nutritional Care Services department and as part of a multi-disciplinary health care team at MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center.

• Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in improving patient safety and reducing risk to patients. Complies with Safety and Infection Control Policy & Procedure.

• Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the MercyOne and Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.

• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, MercyOne and Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.

• Maintains confidentiality of information pertaining to clients, physicians, employees, and MercyOne business.

• Demonstrates general working knowledge of computers and department specific software (i.e. Healthstream, internet, etc.)

• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What we are looking for:

• Must be eligible for registration with Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and licensure to practice as a dietitian in the State of Iowa, or have current registration and licensure with the same. Membership as a Certified Diabetes Educator is preferred, but not required.

• Maintains a valid driver's license if consulting at outside facilities. Must have general working knowledge of computers and ability to become proficient with department specific software (i.e. word, excel, AS400, CBORD, internet, etc.)

• Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.

• Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of MercyOne and Trinity Health.

About MercyOne and Trinity Health

We are MercyOne: a connected system of health care facilities and services dedicated to helping you and your community live your best life.

More than 20,000 colleagues strong, our care providers and staff make your health and happiness their highest priority, so you can get well—and stay well. With 420 care locations, our clinics, medical centers and affiliates are never too far from home, allowing us to improve the lives of individuals and communities across the state of Iowa and beyond.

MercyOne Siouxland is a proud member of Trinity Health, one of the nation's largest Catholic healthcare delivery systems, our network spans 22 states, 94 hospitals and 133,000 colleagues nationwide.

About Siouxland

The tri-state region, referred to as Siouxland, is highlighted by safe and friendly communities, excellent schools and a mix of peaceful rural areas and vibrant city atmosphere where Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota meet at the Missouri River.

Situated in the heart of Downtown Sioux City, MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center is also well positioned for urban living in any of the newly renovated apartment, downtown loft, or townhome living options. The downtown also features a historic district with excellent restaurants and social spots and you'll just be steps away from the beautifully-renovated Warrior Hotel for dinner and the gorgeous Orpheum Theatre for entertainment.

The MercyOne Mission Defines Us:

MercyOne serves with fidelity to the Gospel as a compassionate, healing ministry of Jesus Christ to transform the health of our communities.

Our timeless values guide us:

• Reverence

• Integrity

• Commitment to the Poor

• Compassion

• Excellence

• Justice

• Stewardship

MercyOne Cultural Beliefs Direct Us:

• Be ONE: I benefit from and strengthen MercyOne.

• Personalize Care: Your experience. My responsibility.

• Own It!: I own my actions to deliver our key results.

• Improve Daily: I make improvements every day for those we serve including each other.

• Innovate: I imagine and embrace bold new ideas to revolutionize health.

MercyOne Siouxland and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, physical disability or any other classification protected under local, state or federal law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran