Job summary
Come and join our thriving dietetic team, providing high quality care for Stroke and Neurology inpatients across both the acute and community hospitals in Cornwall.
Main duties of the job
To work as part of the Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust (RCHT)/Cornwall Foundation Trust (CFT) Nutrition and Dietetic team providing dietetic support and advice to patients and Health Professionals in the area of stroke and acute neurology working across multiple sites in Cornwall.
To undertake direct and non-direct clinical work that contributes to the delivery of a high quality safe and effective dietetic service.
To develop appropriate resources as required.
To keep accurate records in accordance with RCHT/CFT and Health Professions Council regulations/policy.
To contribute to research, quality improvement and audit within the Nutrition and Dietetic service.
About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.
The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000- which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.
The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.
We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.
Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.
Date posted: 09 April 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £37,338 to £44,962 a year pa pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 156-7066450
Job locations
Treliske Hospital
Truro
TR1 3LJ
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
* Identity Checks
* Professional registration and qualification checks
* Employment history and reference checks
* Occupational Health clearance
* Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
* Right to work in the UK
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
* Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent
* HCPC Registered
* A teaching qualification or experience of teaching groups
Desirable
* Membership of the British Dietetic Association.
* Completion of relevant courses
Experience
Essential
* A wide range of post registration dietetic experience including delivery of services for in patients and those with neurological illness.
* Experience working in an inpatient environment
Desirable
* Specialist experience of working within neurosciences
Skills
Essential
* An ability to demonstrate best dietetic practice for a range of conditions
* An ability to evaluate and report on complex data
Desirable
* Understanding of the pathology of neurological illnesses and the impact of this on the nutritional intake and status of individuals.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Employer name: Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Address: Treliske Hospital, Truro, TR1 3LJ
Employer's website: Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
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