Dietitian (Clinical)

The Eastern Oklahoma VA Health Care System is hiring two Clinical Dietitians, one in Muskogee and one in Tulsa. Working within the Clinical Section of Nutrition and Food Services, dietitians apply evidence-based nutrition practices, coordinate Veteran care with health care providers, caregivers, and community partners, develop patient-centered goals, interpret research, and collaborate to enhance dining experiences, patient satisfaction, and outcomes. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : List of Major Duties and Responsibilities Conducts comprehensive nutrition assessments using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP), including nutrition-focused physical examinations, to establish nutrition diagnoses and determine the risk and degree of malnutrition. Develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) interventions; modifies nutrition care plans as needed to achieve positive patient outcomes. Calculates nutrient requirements and determines individualized diet prescriptions, restrictions, and potential food-drug interactions. Identifies patients requiring nutrition support, recommends the appropriate mode of support, and communicates recommendations to the health care team. Documents nutrition care in the medical record using the Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention, Monitoring, and Evaluation (ADIME) format; completes care plans, Minimum Data Set (MDS) documentation, and patient encounters within established time frames. Provides individualized and group nutrition education and counseling based on the educational needs and goals of Veterans. Actively participates in formal and informal interdisciplinary team meetings and collaborates with clinical units, department leadership, and the Food Operations Section to support quality care, patient satisfaction, and an enhanced dining experience. Uses virtual care technology and manages clinic grids to maximize access to nutrition services through both virtual and face-to-face modalities. Maintains productivity standards, accurate records of daily clinical activities, and independent, timely documentation using approved systems. Participates in service-level strategic planning and implements new initiatives, policies, procedures, and goals. Supports continuous performance improvement and quality and safety activities, including developing measures, collecting and evaluating data, and initiating corrective actions. Complies with The Joint Commission and other accrediting agency requirements to promote safe, high-quality patient care. Performs other related duties as assigned that are appropriate to the grade and assignment. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday- 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m Compressed/Flexible: Available Telework: Situational (Ad-hoc) as determined by the agency policy. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 99529-S Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES : Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. 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- You must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7403(f) Registration- All applicants must hold the RDN credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) the credentialing agency of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Note: Applicants who hold the RDN credential have met the education requirement (e.g. bachelor's degree or higher) of CDR, as such this occupation is considered professional and scientific with a positive education requirement and the procedures in Part I, Chapter 4 of this Handbook will be followed when applying Veteran's preference. Exception for Dietitians who do not possess the RDN crede

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OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans? Interested in a career that offers a true work-life balance? Look no further! The Eastern Oklahoma VA Health Care System (EOVAHCS) offers a balance of professional and clinical complexity that stimulates growth yet, it also allows the professional an opportunity to enjoy life outside of work. If you are interested in a career that offers an integrated patient-centered approach while providing compassionate and state of the art care to Veterans, we welcome you to apply. Muskogee is the point where the Arkansas, Grand, and Verdigris rivers meet and the location of the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame. The area offers many attractions that allow you to spend quality time