Registered Clinical Dietician - Program Diabetes Health at Bon Secours Health System

Richmond, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical nutrition, Diabetes education, Patient assessment, Electronic health records, Care coordination, Patient registry management, Quality improvement, Therapeutic communication, Data analytics, Clinical judgment, Diabetes self-management education, Revenue integrity, Peer performance review

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Days (United States of America) Split Locations: Tappahannock - Monday and Tuesday Memorial Regional Hospital - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday About Us As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body, and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence, and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service, and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. Registered Clinical Dietician - RD - St. Mary's Hospital PRIMARY FUNCTION/GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION The RD Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) is a clinician prepared to manage the diabetes population at specific clinical site(s) to support long-term diabetes health. Position responsibilities include identifying the population at risk for diabetes complications; intervening to close care gaps through active collaboration with providers; implementing individual and group diabetes self-management education/training (DSME/T); supporting patients with diabetes (PWD) in changing self-care practices to achieve diabetes health; and participating in quality initiatives of the BSPDH to improve the DSME/T program. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of adults, possesses the ability to assess data reflective of patient’s status, and interprets information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to age and specific needs Manages patient registry of adult patients with diabetes from the electronic health record Establishes a collaborative, therapeutic alliance with PWD that supports shared decision making in the provision of care Implements DSME/T education program in assigned site(s) Individualizes diabetes self-management instruction to accommodate physiologic, psychologic, emotional, cultural and spiritual needs Documents DSME/T assessment, plan and behavioral outcomes in electronic health record; contributes data to analytics Examines abnormal, diabetes-related laboratory and diagnostic reports, uses clinical judgement to discern next steps, and communicates verbally and in written form proposed therapeutic options to providers Participates and completes assigned quality improvement activities using data from the electronic health record Participates in selection of program materials for patient use Completes peer performance reviews as assigned Bills for services rendered in electronic health record and evaluates revenue integrity Assumes additional tasks based BSPDH needs This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 4 year/Bachelor’s Degree Current state licensure as a Registered Dietitian Credentialed as a Registered Dietician by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: One-year of post-graduate clinical experience in a similar position preferred OTHER FUNCTIONS: Works closely with the Clinical Support Services team. Other duties as assigned BON SECOURS MISSION, VALUES, CUSTOMER ORIENTATION AND CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENTS FOCUS: It is the responsibility of all employees to learn and utilize continuous quality improvement principles in their daily work. All employees are responsible for extending the mission and values of the Sisters of Bon Secours by understanding each customer, treating each patient, staff member and community in a dignified manner with respect, kindness, and understanding and subscribing to the organization’s commitment to quality and service. The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties. This document does not create an employment contract, and employment with Bon Secours Health System is “at will”. Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer. Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with: Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance w/AD&D Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible Paid time off Educational Assistance And much more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment status Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of adults, possesses the ability to assess data reflective of patient’s status, and interprets information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to age and specific needs. Manages patient registry of adult patients with diabetes from the electronic health record. Establishes a collaborative, therapeutic alliance with PWD that supports shared decision making in the provision of care Implements DSME/T education program in assigned site(s) Individualizes diabetes self-management instruction to accommodate physiologic, psychologic, emotional, cultural and spiritual needs Documents DSME/T assessment, plan and behavioral outcomes in electronic health record; contributes data to analytics. Examines abnormal, diabetes-related laboratory and diagnostic reports, uses clinical judgement to discern next steps, and communicates verbally and in written form proposed therapeutic options to providers Participates and completes assigned quality improvement activities using data from the electronic health record Participates in selection of program materials for patient use Completes peer performance reviews as assigned Bills for services rendered in electronic health record and evaluates revenue integrity Assumes additional tasks based BSPDH needs Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer. As a Bon Secours associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. What we offer Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. Department: PDH - St. Mary's Hospital - Richmond It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com. We believe your best is yet to come. At Bon Secours, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best – in service of our patients and our Mission.

Responsibilities

The Registered Clinical Dietician manages the diabetes population at clinical sites by identifying at-risk patients and implementing diabetes self-management education programs. They collaborate with providers to close care gaps and document patient outcomes within the electronic health record.