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Description:

An Opportunity to Join our Remarkable Care Team!

Trinity Health Michigan, one of the nation's top health care services providers, spanning five counties in Southeastern Michigan. THM represents more than 2,700 physicians and 14,000 nurses and staff, and includes 5 Hospitals, 5 Outpatient Health Centers, 8 Urgent Care Facilities and over 25 Specialty Centers.

THM is part of Trinity Health a national Catholic health system with an enduring legacy and a steadfast mission to be a transforming and healing presence within the communities we serve.

As a mission-driven innovative health organization, we will become the national leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve. We will be the most trusted health partner for life. Our Core Values, Reverence, Commitment to the Poor, Justice, Stewardship, and Integrity guide our behaviors to help us achieve our Vision.

POSITION PURPOSE

Nutrition is a pivotal part of the Intensive Cardiac Rehabilitation Program & cardiology. This position is the content expert for the nutritional education components of the ICR program.  In addition, this is the clinical expert for nutritional components of the CAD, CHF, metabolic syndrome, diabetes and weight management programs at Michigan Heart. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage nutritional based education components of the Pritikin ICR program

Assists with Pritikin best practices implementation and continuous program improvement

Provides expert nutrition education/counseling to patients and their families in both individual and group sessions.

Acts as a consultant to physicians, nurses and other members of the health care team regarding nutritional aspects of patient care.

Acts as an expert resource and consultant in the field of outpatient medical nutrition therapy for physician, other health care professionals, or the community at large.

Conducts Pritikin nutritional workshops Conducts Pritikin cooking school workshops Serves as “chef” for the program Supports the use of Pritikin educational materials and determines additional resources that might be needed to meet patient needs. Along with all team members, is available to program participants and staff on the ICR floor to interact, educate and assist patients in achieving health goals Assesses patient nutritional status based on input from physician, medical record, and various clinical assessment methodologies.

Develops CAD, CHF, metabolic syndrome, diabetic and/or weight loss nutritional treatment plan which supports medical and nutrition standards of care and addresses areas of nutritional deficit/excess.

Interprets laboratory tests as appropriate

Triages all lipid lab results and provides patient feedback based on lipid clinic protocols and physician consultation where appropriate.

Continuously monitors patient adherence to medical nutrition therapy according to treatment plan goals and outcome measures.  Modifies treatment plan as needed to maximize patient progress toward goals.

Maintains documentation of parent progress through written or dictated progress notes.Clinical nutritionist will also consider age specific, developmental and cultural needs of each patient.

Behaves in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of St. Joseph Mercy Health System

OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Liaison and educator of nutritional components of Pritikin ICR program to SJMH  inpatient RD’s and nurses Liaison and educator for nutritional components of Pritikin ICR program to SJMH food service director and chef.

Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships.

Approaches conflict in a constructive manner.

Helps to identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution.

Demonstrates and actively promotes an understanding and commitment to the mission of St. Joseph Mercy Health System through performing behaviors consistent with the Trinity Health Values.

Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations, the Trinity Health Organizational Integrity Program, including the Standards of Conduct, Code of Ethics, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behaviors.

Supports and conducts one’s self in a manner consistent with customer service expectations.

Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Education:

Bachelor's degree in nutrition/dietetics or foods and. Masters degree in nutrition or related field preferred.

Completion of an approved hospital dietetic internship program or its equivalent is necessary.

Registration through the Commission on Dietetic Registration necessary

Registry Eligible- registry must be completed within 90 days of hire

Experience:

Two or more years of progressively more responsible experience preferably in lifestyle change management

Licensure:

Registered Dietitian or

Registry eligible - registry must be completed within 90 days of hire

Member of the ADA.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Advanced interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with patients and their families, physicians, other hospital associates as well as external agencies or groups.

Able to function autonomously, self-directed and high levels of judgment and decision-making.

Demonstrates a willingness to be flexible in an environment subject to change.

Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner, to assure personal safety and those coworkers, and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practice immediately to management.   

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in order to convey goals, processes and issues.

Proven analytical, judgment, problem-solving and organizational skills. Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care in the assigned area.

Ability to assess patients’ age-related needs in order to provide optimal care options.

Excellent customer service orientation skills necessary in order to deal effectively with various levels of hospital personnel, outside customers and community groups.

Why this position -- What can it do for you!

Located in the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti, Michigan with easy access to US-23, M-14, and I-94.Full benefits packageMedicalDentalVisionPaid Time OffRetirement Savings Plan with employer contribution optionTuition ReimbursementLife InsuranceShort/Long Term DisabilityOpportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health in 22 different states!Free close proximity parking!For more information regarding career opportunities with Saint Joseph Mercy Health System please visit https://www.trinity-health.org/join-our-team/

Successful candidate will be subject to mandatory vaccinations/immunizations unless they qualify for an available exemption.

This document is intended to describe the generalized duties and responsibilities, the specialized job functions, and the essential requirements of this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive statement of all supplemental duties, responsibilities, or non-essential requirements or reflect any accommodations made under the American’s with Disability Act, the Michigan Handicapper’s Act, or THM’s Return to Work Program.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.