Bariatric Dietitian PRN

Description

Introduction

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Bariatric Dietitian PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Del Sol Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

Del Sol Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
  
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Bariatric Dietitian PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Bariatric Dietitian Coordinator; Supports the dietitian coordinator in all aspects of the pre and postoperative diet plan for all bariatric patients and assist in the coordination of the physician weight management program. Assist the dietitian coordinator in facilitating the monthly support group meetings. Monthly travel to NM for dietary postoperative follow-up as needed.

POPULATION SERVED:

Core competencies will be assessed primarily on the following patient population(s) served: Morbid obese adult with all co-morbid illness/conditions, including but not limited to: Cardiac/cardiovascular, metabolic, renal, pulmonary, etc.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supports the dietitian coordinator in the Medical Nutrition Therapy for Bariatric Center patients throughout the Continuum of Care.
• Assist in the coordination of monthly pre and postoperative support groups.
• Responsible for promoting positive nutrition outcomes to support/maintain Centers of Excellence status.
• Manages positive patient outcomes of patients with complex medical conditions. Provides written documentation
• (PCM and Out-Patient Medical Records) and verbal communication appropriately and in a timely manner, as defined by Clinical Nutrition and Bariatric Center Departmental policies.
• Other duties as assigned.
• PERFORMANCE OUTCOMES:
• Individual Leadership/Practices Professionalism: Performs, participates, implements and evaluates personal performance, opportunities for personal growth and ability to change.
• Customer Service: Demonstrates customer service skills with both internal and external customers. Treats patients/customers as individuals with unique values, beliefs and practices.
• Transcultural Sensitivity: Treats patients/customers as individuals with unique values, beliefs, and practices.
• Risk Management/Patient/Customer Safety: Demonstrates patient/customer safety according to policies and procedures.
• Educator: Identifies, implements, and/or evaluates opportunities for patient/family education.
• Infection Control: Demonstrates infection control practices congruent with policies and procedures.
• Performance Improvement: Performs, participates, implements and evaluates performance improvement activities within the departmental level
• Financial Accountability: Identifies opportunities for waste reduction and department efficiency
• Information Management: Demonstrates adherence to information management policies and procedures, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Communication: Works as a team member through interaction, assistance and demonstration
• Practices Professionalism: Performs, participates, implements and evaluates personal performance.
• Ethics/Compliance: Performs all duties ethically, complying with all policies and procedures, federal, state, and local laws.
• Environment of Care: Demonstrates accountability in role and responsibilities of the 7 Environment of Care plans.
• Job Specific: Clinical Coordinator

EDUCATION REQUIRED AND/OR PREFERRED:

REQUIRED

• Four-year accredited degree in food and nutrition and successful completion of clinical experience through ADA accredited program evidenced by completion diploma or certificate

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

PREFERRED

• Advanced certification recognized by ADA or ASMBS.

REQUIRED

• Registered Dietitian by American Dietitian Association
• Licensed by the State of Texas

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED OR PREFERRED:

PREFERRED

• 2 to 3 years’ experience in a hospital/Bariatric setting.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

PREFERRED

• Demonstrated knowledge of Bariatric medicine and counseling skills essential for positive patient outcomes.
• Ability to maintain effective, professional relationships with patients and families, physicians, and co-workers to ensure positive patient outcomes, and maintain Centers of Excellence status.

Del Sol Medical Centeris a full service, acute-care hospital in east El Paso, Texas. We have a Level II trauma designation. This facility has 300 patient beds. Our range of services include emergency care, cardiac care, women’s services, Level III NICU, rehabilitation, a bariatric clinic, and a Minimally Invasive Surgery Center. Del Sol Medical Center is part of Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare. We are a leading healthcare provider for El Paso and the surrounding region that is part of HCA Healthcare.

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.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- 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 Bariatric Dietitian PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status