Specialist Dietitian - Band 6 inFazakerley Liverpool inFazakerley Liverpool PUBLISHED
WED 13 NOV 2024
The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 6 Specialist Dietitian for a temporary full-time position (1.0 WTE) over 9 months, with the possibility of extension. This role, based in Fazakerley, Liverpool, entails providing nutrition and dietetic services to a diverse caseload of patients, particularly those with neurological and neurosurgical conditions. The Dietitian will conduct nutritional assessments, develop and monitor care plans, and provide evidence-based dietary advice, ensuring that the advice is culturally and socially appropriate. Additionally, responsibilities include maintaining accurate records, contributing to policy development, delivering training to healthcare professionals, and facilitating patient education sessions.
The Specialist Dietitian will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, liaise with various agencies, and ensure safe discharge practices for patients on home enteral feeding. The position requires strong communication skills, an evidence-based approach, and a commitment to continuous professional development, including supporting dietetic students during their training.
The Specialist Dietitian will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, liaise with various agencies, and ensure safe discharge practices for patients on home enteral feeding. The position requires strong communication skills, an evidence-based approach, and a commitment to continuous professional development, including supporting dietetic students during their training.
Band 6 Specialist Dietitian: 1.0 WTE for 9 months - potential for extension (5 days a week, Monday to Friday )
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a temporary position as a Specialist Dietitian within the nutrition and dietetic service at the Walton Centre.
The role will involve contribution to the delivery of nutrition and dietetic service across The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust. You will be involved in the assessment and treatment of a defined caseload of patients and maintain accurate records. You will contribute to policy and service development on matters relating to nutrition and dietetics.
For further information please contact Denise O'Dwyer, Principal Dietitian on .
- To undertake nutritional assessment and calculate nutritional requirements of referred in-patients taking into account medical, social andcultural factors
- To provide nutrition and dietary advice suitable for the patient's medical, social and cultural factors which is evidence-based
- To monitor and review nutritional care plans against outcome measures and adjust care plan to facilitate achievement of goals
- To undertake consultations for patients with neurological and neurosurgical conditions in a number of acute clinical settings including critical care, step-down and rehabilitation wards.
- To develop a range of educational resources
- To accurately record all assessments and interventions in medical notes, nursing documentation and dietetic record cards in line with Trust policy.
- To ensure safe and timely discharge of patients on home enteral feeding liaising with appropriate internal and external agencies
- To develop and undertake patient group sessions
- To communicate and liaise with other agencies appropriately, e.g. members of the MDT, catering, pharmacy, community dietitians
- To deliver formal and informal training to other health care professionals and staff groups
- To contribute to training of pre-registration dietetic students including programme planning, clinical supervision during allocated weeks and development and evaluation of assessment process
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To work as a Specialist Dietitian in the UK, you will need a combination of educational qualifications, clinical skills, and interpersonal abilities. Here’s a breakdown of the essential skills and qualifications you should have:
Educational Qualifications:
1. Degree in Dietetics: A recognized BSc (Hons) in Dietetics or an equivalent qualification is essential. This usually involves completing an accredited program that includes both theoretical and practical coursework.
2. Registration with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC): You must be registered with the HCPC to practice as a dietitian in the UK.
3. Postgraduate Qualifications: While not always mandatory, obtaining a Master’s degree or additional certifications in specialized areas (e.g., sports nutrition, pediatric dietetics) can enhance your expertise and job prospects.
Clinical Skills:
1. Assessment Skills: Ability to conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments and understand various dietary needs.
2. Care Planning: Skill in developing, implementing, and reviewing dietary care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
3. Clinical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of nutrition and dietetics related to specific health conditions, such as diabetes, obesity, gastrointestinal disorders, and others.
4. Evidence-based Practice: Knowledge of current research and guidelines in nutrition to provide evidence-based recommendations.
Interpersonal Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to explain nutritional concepts clearly to patients, caregivers, and healthcare teams.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Ability to build rapport with clients, understand their concerns, and support them in making dietary changes.
3. Collaboration: Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, liaising with other health professionals such as doctors, nurses, and psychologists.
Organizational Skills:
1. Time Management: Ability to manage your workload efficiently and prioritize tasks.
2. Documentation: Skill in maintaining accurate and detailed patient records, reports, and care plans.
Professional Development:
1. Continuous Learning: Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated on the latest research, guidelines, and technologies in dietetics.
Technical Skills:
1. Nutritional Analysis Tools: Familiarity with software and tools used for dietary analysis and management.
2. Technology Competence: Ability to use electronic health records and telehealth platforms effectively.
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