Dietitian
Dietitian – Acute
Medforce are pleased to bring to market this Dietitian role in a well-known University Hospital in Galway.
This role will provide an evidence-based dietetic service to inpatients and outpatients at Portiuncula, with the goal of improving health outcomes through nutritional assessment, education, and intervention. I will consider Staff or Senior candidates.
Responsibilities of Dietitian
- Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments of patients referred by the medical team.
- Develop individualized care plans based on patients’ medical, nutritional, and psychosocial needs.
- Provide dietetic advice and education to patients, families, and carers, ensuring clear understanding and adherence to treatment protocols.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of dietary interventions and adjust plans as required.
- Collaborate within interdisciplinary teams (including physicians, nurses, speech therapists, and others) to ensure optimal nutritional care for all patients.
- Maintain patient records in accordance with legal, ethical, and organizational standards.
- Support hospital-based initiatives to promote health and nutrition.
- Provide input into the development of patient information leaflets and resources.
- Deliver presentations and training sessions for healthcare staff, students, and community groups as appropriate.
- Participate in service development, audit, and research activities to enhance clinical standards.
- Adhere to the policies, procedures, and governance protocols of the HSE and Portiuncula University Hospital.
- Ensure ongoing professional development in accordance with CORU requirements.
- Supervise and support dietetic students on clinical placement, as required.
Responsibilities of Dietitian
- BSc (Hons) in Human Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent.
- CORU registration as a Dietitian is essential.
- Membership of the Irish Nutrition & Dietetic Institute (INDI) is desirable.
- Previous experience in a clinical dietetic role (hospital setting preferred).
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