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Job ID84765
LocationAurora, Colorado
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Why Work at Children's....
Here, it's different. Come join us.
Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare
excellence for more than 100 years.
Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists,
researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future of
child health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and a
celebrated history, we're making new strides every day.
We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing
Center and are consistently recognized among the nation's top 10 pediatric
hospitals by U.S. News & World Report.
As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from
all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals,
11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than
10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric
care specialties.
Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best
possible care to each child and family we treat.
That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access,
advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with different
identities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we
can see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects the
diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diverse
talent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us
one day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comes
through o
A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and
motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it's
different.
Job Overview
Come be a part of our Clinical Nutrition Team! We are an incredible group of
clinicians dedicated to providing patient & family centered evidence-based
medical nutrition therapy. Our clinical RDs are highly integrated within the
multidisciplinary team on the inpatient units and outpatient clinics at
Children's Hospital Colorado. Come experience the culture of Clinical
Nutrition...excellence, collaboration, partnership, and connection. This
position will be supporting outpatient pediatric clinics.
Additional Information
Department Name: Clinical Nutrition
Job Status: 1.0 FTE; 40 hours/week - eligible for benefits
Shift: Monday-Friday, possibility of weekends/holidays
Qualifications
EDUCATION - Master's Degree
EQUIVALENCY - Bachelor Degree with Registered Dietitians (RD) or
Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDN) adhering to the Commission of
Dietetic Registration guidelines
LICENSURES - Registered Dietitians (RD) or Registered Dietitian
Nutritionists (RDN)
Responsibilities
POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE
Neonate - 30 days to 1yr
Toddlers - >1yr to 3yrs
Pre-Schoolers - >3yrs to 5yrs
School age - >5yrs to 13yrs
Adolescent - >13yrs to 18yrs
Adult - >18yrs to 65yrs
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the
following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the
functions which the employee may be expected to perform.
Provides nutrition therapy for patients with a variety of diagnosis, in an
inpatient or outpatient setting as needed. Incorporates principles of
culture-competence and family-centered care into clinical services.
Completes written documentation of medical nutrition therapy provided in
accordance with department standards for format, content, and time frames.
Completes nutrition focused physical exam by evaluating body systems,
mid-upper arm circumference, triceps skinfold, muscle, and subcutaneous
fat wasting, feeding ability, oral health, skin condition, appetite
and affect if applicable for patient care.
Provides education and nutri ion counseling to patients and families.
Participates in the updating and development of nutrition education materials
as needed.
Assists interns, students and peers in their clinical practice and
professional development.
Collaborates with the family, medical team, schools, home care companies
and other providers as appropriate to provide continuum of care for the
patient and clinical services and outcomes.
Contributes to clinical services and outcomes through... For full info follow