Job Description
Palliative care dietician
Working alongside our Clinical Team
7.5 hrs per week
Salary £29,137.15 - £36,057.26 (FTE) depending on experience
Pro rata salary £5,827.43 - £7,211.45 pro rata for 7.5 hours per week
At Nightingale House Hospice, we pride ourselves in providing the best possible care for our patients and their families and can only achieve this through our dedicated and committed staff. We work as a multidisciplinary team supporting the individual needs of the patients and those who care for them.
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Palliative Care Dietician to lead the delivery of the Dietetic service to our patients. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in influencing the MDT on care pathways / plans, discharge planning, appropriate prescribing of oral nutritional supplements, education and training as well as individualised input for clients accessing the service.
Job responsibilities
To develop and maintain Nutrition and Dietetic services specific to the needs of patients registered with NHH, in line with the local and national policies and guidelines.
To develop and maintain Nutrition and Dietetic services to the needs of NHH patients.
Toprovide therapeutic dietary treatment to clients in the inpatient unit.
To assist the units in meeting statutory requirements and best practice standards with regard to nutrition e.g. Health Inspector Wales (HIW) compliance.
To establish links with the Catering Departments to ensure the nutritional needs of all the patients are fully met.
To provide recommendations to the MDT on the appropriate prescribing of oral nutritional supplements and nutritional expertise on aspects of nutritional care.
To provide education and training to the multi-disciplinary team including housekeeping to facilitate continuous learning and development.
To lead in the development of standards, protocols and audit processes to ensure that a high-quality service is provided for patients under the post- holders care this includes discharge planning back into the community and following locally agreed pathways and guidance.
To participate in research, audit and quality improvement, with the support from nursing, therapy and departmental leads, making recommendations to changes in clinical practice and influencing implementation of new working practices.
The successful candidate will be joining a friendly and passionate team that enjoys working in a rewarding environment offering
A positive and friendly working environment.
The opportunity to make a real difference.
Excellent training and development opportunities for those that want them.
Generous holiday allowance that increases with length of service.
Staff lunch Menu
Employee Assistance Programme.
Retail Discount Scheme.
Staff Discount in Caffi Cwtch.
Why Join Us?
At Nightingale House Hospice, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our patients and their families. As a Patient Flow Nurse, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve, working in a supportive environment where your skills and expertise will be valued.
If you are passionate about patient care and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity to be part of our compassionate team at Nightingale House Hospice.
Nightingale House Hospice is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment.
This position is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Scheme Check.
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