Job Summary

The primary purpose of the Remote Patient Monitoring-Home Telehealth (RPM-HT) Dietitian (Clinical) position is to enable planning, development, and directing of nutritional care activities for Veterans enrolled in the TeleMOVE! program. The position reports to the Director of the RPM-HT program.

Job Description

Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or Registered Dietitian (RD) - Must be registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) the credentialing branch of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics formerly known as the American Dietetic Association (ADA). Current VHA Dietitians that qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision may not be promoted to a higher grade if they do not meet the current RDN/RD requirements. Grade Determinations: Dietitian (Clinical), GS-11 1.) Experience. At least one year of experience as an RDN equivalent to the next lower grade(GS-9*).*Examples of duties at the GS-9 include but are not limited to: Conduct nutrition assessments using the NCP; develop skills in applying evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines, interpreting research and utilizing whole health principles to develop patient-centered goals and improve outcomes; utilize virtual care technology to improve access to care; also utilize virtual care technology to improve access to care. They maintain accurate record keeping of daily clinical activities and patient encounters using approved systems; comply with The Joint Commission and other accrediting agency standards to ensure safe and quality patient care; collect data related to performance improvement activities within Nutrition and Food Services (NFS) and assist in implementing new initiatives. Clinical Dietitians collaborate with the Food Service Section to enhance the Veterans' dining experience, support patient satisfaction and serve as a liaison between clinical units and the food service section; Knowledge of various accrediting and regulatory requirements; Knowledge of virtual technology to provide nutrition care; Ability to deliver patient care using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) (e.g., assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring and evaluation); Ability to apply evidence-based nutrition practices to improve patient outcomes; Ability to develop patient-centered goals; Ability to collect data for performance improvement studies; Ability to collaborate with stakeholders. 2.) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Skill in delivering patient care using the NCP (e.g., assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring and evaluation). Skill in interpreting research to apply evidence-based nutrition practices to improve patient outcomes. Skill in developing patient-centered goals. Skill in analyzing data for performance improvement studies. Skill in collaborating with stakeholders. Ability to comply with various accrediting, regulatory and agency authorities. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment. A pre-placement physical examination is not required.