WDVA Dietitian 1, Full-Time - Permanent, Washington Veterans Home

https://dva.wa.gov/

Clinical Dietitian

$62,568.00 - $70,800.00 Annually

Hiring Now!

WDVA is hiring a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist to use their passion for food and dietetics to maximize the quality of care for our resident Veterans at the Washington Veterans Home in Port Orchard, Washington.

If you are a dietitian looking to utilize your clinical nutrition skills to impact our resident community, this fantastic opportunity is for you!

This job performs professional level nutrition assessments, counseling and education and provides medical nutritional therapy in a long-term care setting.

This role is great for entry level dietitians as well as seasoned dietitians with an interest in unique patient cases. You will have the support of a multidisciplinary care team as well as time to get to know your patients. Apply now and join us in transforming lives!

The successful hire will be offered a starting salary within the range of $62,568-$70,800.
This position will also receive 5% assignment pay and 5% premium pay. The 5% premium pay is in effect until June 29th, 2025.

*This position has been posted within the assigned pay range through Step L. Step M has not been published as this is considered the longevity step, in alignment with state HR compensation rules.

At the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA), we are passionate about our mission of “Serving Those Who Served.” As a national leader in our advocacy for more than 500,000 Veterans and their family members, we strive to connect them to earned benefits as well as innovative programs focused on their overall health and wellness. In addition, we provide critical community services through a variety of programs, and at our four State Veterans Homes located in Orting, Port Orchard, Spokane, and Walla Walla. These locations provide Medicare and Medicaid nursing home care to Veterans, including, in some instances, their spouses, widows, or Gold Star families.

Duties

Some of what you'll be doing:
-Creating and maintaining individualized resident care plans.
-Reviewing and revising menus for modified diet needs.
-Utilizing team input in the care plan through individual consultations with team members and attendance at care conferences.
-Auditing patient records as needed to ensure dietary compliance with patient nutritional needs.
-Communicating with nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members and food service personnel to obtain information to assess the nutritional needs of the residents.
-Participating in quality assessment and improvement measures to promote quality food service and positive nutrition outcome.
-Maintaining legible and accurate records and communicate with the support staff ensuring needed support care-plan(s) implementation is available
-Training staff, entry-level dietetic professionals, and dietetic interns.
-Training health care professionals in clinical applications of nutrition principles.
-Providing dietary staff training related to therapeutic diets and dietary needs of residents.
-Maintaining clear, concise, and accurate records and communicating with dietary supervisory team ensuring needed support for nutrition care plan is available and instructions are clear resulting in positive nutrition outcomes.

*Complete Position Description available upon request*

Application Process:
Top candidates will be contacted directly to interview for this position. Because the selection will be based on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills and abilities that address the mandatory and desirable qualifications described below.

Please include the following documents with your application:
1. A letter of interest describing specific qualifications.
2. A current resume detailing applicable experience and education.

Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.

Other Information:
This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees.

Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For further information, please contact us at recruiters@dva.wa.gov.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

Here at YOUR Washington Department of Veterans Affairs our employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or Veteran status.

We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the mission of the agency. Having a diverse workforce is this agency’s greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures on how we can provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.

The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360) 725-2183. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.

You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.

If you have any questions regarding this announcement, program, or the agency, please contact us at recruiters@dva.wa.gov.

-Bachelor's degree involving major study in food and nutrition or dietetics which meets the educational standards established by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
-Registration by the Commission of Dietetics Registration (RD/RDN).
-Certified dietitian with the Washington State Department of Health or within six (6) months of hire.*
-Current, valid Washington State Food Handler's Permit and thorough knowledge of food safety practices.

*Please Note: Applicants with a Registered Dietitian Eligible (RDE) credential are eligible for consideration and must pass and obtain their RDN within six (6) months of hire.

Special Requirements:
-Must be able to pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check prior to beginning services and every two (2) years in accordance with WDVA Policy 615.000 Background Checks. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
-Must comply with annual Tuberculin Screening in accordance with DVA policy 670.000 Tuberculosis Testing.
-Requires medical evaluation, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the Washington Industrial Safety and Act standards. Must be able to wear a respirator, medical gloves, gowns, eye protection, and other personal protection as required by a job or task.
-Must be able to life up to 40 lbs. on an intermittent basis using proper techniques. Incumbent must be able to walk, sit, stand, and bend in an unrestricted manner on a consistent basis during the entire workday.
-Positions requiring travel must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and must be insured if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
-Candidates who are offered a job with WDVA must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.

-Two (2) years of recent experience as a registered dietitian nutritionist, preferred in long-term care.
-Certified Diabetes Educator.
-Ability to organize, prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines in a time-sensitive environment.
-Experience with project planning, implementation and evaluation.
-Demonstrated skills and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
-ServSafe certified.
-Certified Specialist in Gerontological Nutrition.
-Experience with Point Click Care and/or other Electronic Medical Record Program.

Additional Competencies:
-Ability to proficiently demonstrate working knowledge of the Nutrition Care process.
-Knowledge of therapeutic diet planning, preparation and serving of special diets, and sanitary methods of food handling.
-Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in both verbal and written form.
-Excellent communication skills, including clear and effective written and verbal communications.
-Ability to remain patient and work effectively with others in stressful or sensitive situations.
-Comfortable with public speaking and public outreach.
-Proven ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.
-Experience with group facilitation, conflict resolution, and a working knowledge of organizational development issues.
-Ability to respond quickly to change and develop good working relationships with residents and staff.
-Ability to occasionally work a flexible schedule that may include evenings and weekends.