Paediatric Dietitian

An opportunity has arisen for a Dietitian to deliver a quality, evidence based dietetic service to a defined section of the Nutrition and Dietetic caseload - Outpatients and Paediatric Home Enteral FeedingMay be required to deliver a service to more complex clinical areas where appropriate.To be responsible for nutrition and dietetic participation in multi-professional groups and contribute to policy making as directed by the lead Dietitian.To work as member of the countywide Nutrition and Dietetic team.RCHT is working towards seven day service delivery and the post holder may be expected to work on weekends and bank holidaysMain duties of the jobNutritional assessment of paediatric patients, including consideration of anthropometry, biochemistry, pharmacology and medical history.Nutritional requirements calculated for referred patients in paediatrics.Evidence based nutrition and dietary advice provided, suitable for the paediatric patient's medical, social and cultural needs and their families.Paediatric nutritional care plans monitored and reviewed against outcome measures and re-negotiated as appropriate.Development of educational resources which have a clear evidence-base and are appropriate for the users of the service.Accurate record of all assessments and interventions in line with RCHT policy and Health and Care Professions Council standards.Referrer and other agencies communicated with in writing and/or verbally about patient care.Dietary information provided to staff and patients in a timely and empathetic manner.Assistance provided in the clinical supervision of student Dietitians.Delivery of education for other health care professionals and staff groups.Own time and caseload managed appropriately.Self-directed study managed appropriately.Contribution made at departmental meetings, with outcomes acted upon.Provide support to team with audit and clinical governance projects in line with departmental and multi professional team objectives.About usThe Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly withvisitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles.Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is a research active organisation.It's established South West Clinical School in Cornwall exists to promote clinical academic career opportunities for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals interested in research and evidence-based activities. Read their research paper to find out more.Job responsibilitiesPLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:Identity ChecksProfessional registration and qualification checksEmployment history and reference checksOccupational Health clearanceSatisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service checkRight to work in the UKFor further information please visit:https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulationWe reserve the right to close this advert early.We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.Person SpecificationQualificationsDegree in Nutrition/Dietetics or equivalent leading to Health Professions Council (HPC) Registration as a Dietitian.Evidence of post-graduate education and development, particularly in paediatrics.ExperiencePost registration clinical dietetic experience across a range of clinical conditionsExperience of working within a multidisciplinary team, a good understanding of their roles and respect for the other professionals within the team.Experience of working with children with complex needs and their familiesExperience of teaching groupsPractical & Intellectual SkillsEvidence of being able to demonstrate best dietetic practice for a range of conditionsEvidence of being able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people, using differing mediasEvidence of being able to work effectively within teams & independently where appropriateKeen to share knowledge and training across all health care professionals.Ability to be flexible as role requiresDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. #J-18808-Ljbffr