Nutritional Support Specialist

4 weeks ago

Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job Overview

NUTRITIONAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST - Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Band 3 - Royal Liverpool Hospital site.

Are you passionate about enhancing patient care through nutrition? Do you have a keen interest in dietary practices?

This rewarding role as a Nutritional Support Specialist (Band 3) is now open at the Royal Liverpool Hospital site, aimed at assisting the dietetic department in delivering essential nutritional services to patients. We seek individuals who possess enthusiasm, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive approach to their work. Responsibilities will include collaborating closely with patients, nursing staff, and catering teams to ensure patients receive suitable food and nutritional supplements, assessing patients for malnutrition risks, and conducting audits as part of Clinical Governance.

There may also be opportunities to join the staff bank for future assignments within the dietetics department.

Key Responsibilities

Your role will involve monitoring patients at the ward level, supporting the dietetic team in patient discharges, coordinating with home enteral feeding services, and conducting some telephone assessments.

You will be part of a supportive dietetic department comprising thirty dietitians. Our services cater to a diverse patient population, including older adults, stroke survivors, surgical and medical patients, as well as those requiring renal and gastroenterological care.

Basic IT, internet, and keyboard skills are essential, along with strong communication capabilities and experience in patient interaction.

About Our Organization

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was established following the merger of two adult acute Trusts. This integration allows us to enhance service delivery and improve healthcare outcomes for our community.

The Trust operates multiple hospitals and serves a large population, providing a wide range of specialized services to a broader region.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Assisting qualified Dietitians in delivering dietetic services, including gathering patient information and providing administrative support.
  • Monitoring patients' nutritional care by collecting relevant data such as weights, heights, BMIs, and dietary intake.
  • Communicating daily with Dietitians to report any discrepancies in care plans.
  • Ensuring patients receive their prescribed nutritional supplements and encouraging compliance.
  • Verifying that Food Record Charts are accurately maintained and addressing any issues with nursing staff.
  • Estimating patient intake based on Food Record Charts.
  • Collaborating with ward staff to implement personalized nutritional care plans.
  • Coordinating with catering services to provide appropriate food options for patients.
  • Assisting in meal ordering for patients on special diets, considering their preferences.
  • Supporting the monitoring of established enteral feeding protocols.
  • If applicable, assisting in nutritional screenings to ensure timely referrals.
  • Maintaining records as directed by the supervising Dietitian.
  • Collecting data on patient interactions as required.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

  • GCSE or equivalent in English.
  • Minimum of 1 A-level or NVQ level III equivalent.

Desirable:

  • Educational background in nutrition and a science subject.
  • Completion of an EDLC course.

Skills Required:

Essential:

  • Strong communication skills.
  • Effective time management to complete tasks within available timeframes.

Desirable:

  • Basic IT and keyboard skills.

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