Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a
Dietitian to join our committed and enthusiastic team to be a Specialist
Dietitian covering Critical Care and Head & Neck, to cover maternity
leave for 12 months.Dietetics and the MDT within both Critical Care
and Head & Neck in Sunderland & South Tyneside have a great reputation
regionally.
Youwill
be responsible for the nutritional care of patients on critical care, including
service development and teaching as required. Youwill work
alongside other members of the Head & Neck MDT assessing patients within
multi-disciplinary clinics, advising as in-patients, and
outpatients.You will be responsible
for a weekly general outpatient clinic.
You will work
alongside Dietetic colleagues already in Post who cover critical care and
H&N.
Our Department recognises the
importance of work-life balance and we actively-support flexible working.
Access
to local amenities are within walking distance from Sunderland hospital
including Post Office, Subway, supermarkets, bakery and more. Transport links
to Newcastle city centre via Metro. You are welcome to
contact the Department for any further information and we welcome informal
visits.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of this role will include working with the
Critical Care Senior Specialist Dietitian and the Head and Neck Specialist
Dietitian to cover the caseload. There will also be a general clinic once per
week.
There will be opportunities in the field of research as we
look to adopt and support the AHP regional strategy and you will be supported
to undertake any applicable leadership courses.
Experience of
working in a busy environment would be an advantage as well as experience of
working as a multi-disciplinary team whilst maintaining a patient focus.
Experience in Head and Neck or Critical Care would be desirable.
South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust is a
large organisation in the North East of England and has two main sites South
Tyneside District Hospital and Sunderland Royal Hospital. The Dietetic Department of more than 55 staff
is managed as one team, but is structured into smaller teams led by Senior
Specialist Dietitians. We are actively involved in the training of Trainee
Dietitians and offer A, B and C placements.
Nutrition &
Dietetics sit under the Therapies Directorate within Clinical Support.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide dietetic support to patients requiring nutrition support advice. This will include the assessment of nutritional status, calculation of nutritional requirements and prescription of diet therapy.
To monitor and review the aims of nutritional care plans and recommend change or intervention to facilitate achievement of appropriate aims.
To work collaboratively with the MDT to ensure appropriate dietetic intervention.
To work as an autonomous practitioner within appropriate clinical and professional guidelines and as part of a team.
To monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of dietary treatment including the recording of clinical outcomes and patient experience.
To take an active part in the training of trainee Dietitians.
To contribute to the development of dietetic resources.
To undertake an annual appraisal with the Senior Specialist Dietitian/Head of Dietetics.
To identify personal training needs undertaking relevant CPD opportunities.
To help to provide cover for colleagues.
To undertake any other duties appropriate to the Grade/Band as requested by the Head of Dietetics.
To comply with the Trust's Vision, Values and Behaviours.
PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide dietetic support to patients requiring nutrition support advice. This will include the assessment of nutritional status, calculation of nutritional requirements and prescription of diet therapy.
To monitor and review the aims of nutritional care plans and recommend change or intervention to facilitate achievement of appropriate aims.
To work collaboratively with the MDT to ensure appropriate dietetic intervention.
To work as an autonomous practitioner within appropriate clinical and professional guidelines and as part of a team.
To monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of dietary treatment including the recording of clinical outcomes and patient experience.
To take an active part in the training of trainee Dietitians.
To contribute to the development of dietetic resources.
To undertake an annual appraisal with the Senior Specialist Dietitian/Head of Dietetics.
To identify personal training needs undertaking relevant CPD opportunities.
To help to provide cover for colleagues.
To undertake any other duties appropriate to the Grade/Band as requested by the Head of Dietetics.
To comply with the Trust's Vision, Values and Behaviours.
PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Ability to translate complex dietary information into easy language.
- Presentation / teaching skills.
- Anthropometric skills.
- Excellent oral and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret biochemistry in relation to disease.
- IT skills.
- Clinical supervisory skills.
Desirable
- Understanding of the wider skills and knowledge required for the assessment and treatment of people referred for nutrition support.
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Dietetics or PG Diploma in Dietetics.
- HCPC Registered.
- Evidence of CPD.
Desirable
- Evidence of recent CPD within Head & Neck / Critical Care.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of enteral nutrition.
- Experience of working in multi-disciplinary team.
Desirable
- Experience in parenteral nutrition.
Other
Desirable
- Please provide a contact phone number (in case we need to contact you about your Application) or write 'no Number' if you do not have a one.
Personal qualities/attitude/other
Essential
- Ability to manage a busy and varied caseload.
- Ability to undertake anthropometric measurements.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Flexibility.
- Positive attitude.
- Confident and persuasive.
- Forward-thinking.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Ability to translate complex dietary information into easy language.
- Presentation / teaching skills.
- Anthropometric skills.
- Excellent oral and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret biochemistry in relation to disease.
- IT skills.
- Clinical supervisory skills.
Desirable
- Understanding of the wider skills and knowledge required for the assessment and treatment of people referred for nutrition support.
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Dietetics or PG Diploma in Dietetics.
- HCPC Registered.
- Evidence of CPD.
Desirable
- Evidence of recent CPD within Head & Neck / Critical Care.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of enteral nutrition.
- Experience of working in multi-disciplinary team.
Desirable
- Experience in parenteral nutrition.
Other
Desirable
- Please provide a contact phone number (in case we need to contact you about your Application) or write 'no Number' if you do not have a one.
Personal qualities/attitude/other
Essential
- Ability to manage a busy and varied caseload.
- Ability to undertake anthropometric measurements.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Flexibility.
- Positive attitude.
- Confident and persuasive.
- Forward-thinking.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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