Dietitian (Rolling Campaign)

<p><strong>Proposed Interview Date (s)</strong></p> <p>Interviews will be conducted on a phased basis throughout the lifetime of this rolling campaign.&nbsp;</p> <p>Please note you may be called for interview at short notice.</p> <p></p> <p><strong>Taking up Appointment: </strong>A start date will be indicated at job offer stage.</p> <p></p> <p><strong>Job Specification &amp; Terms and Conditions.</strong></p> <p><strong>Applications from 2023/2024 Graduates are welcome to apply for this campaign</strong></p> <p></p> <p>There is currently positions across Community Healthcare Cavan Donegal Leitrim Monaghan Sligo .</p> <p></p> <p><em>A supplementary panel may be formed as a result of this campaign in CH CDLMS for Dietitian from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled.</em></p> <p><em>Rotations where possible will be explored. This is dependent on numerous factors including available resources within the team.</em></p> <p></p> <p><strong>Informal Enquiries</strong></p> <p>Marie Boyce Dietitian Manager Donegal /Sligo /Leitrim /West Cavan. Tel: 086 4176677 <a href="mailto:marie.boyce@hse.ie" target="_self">marie.boyce@hse.ie</a></p> <p>Irene Cunningham Dietitian Manager Cavan/ Monaghan. Tel: 086 0439925 irene.cunningham@hse.ie</p> <p></p> <p><strong>Details of Service</strong></p> <p><strong>Donegal, Sligo, Leitrim, West Cavan</strong></p> <p>The Nutrition and Dietetic Service is made up of 29 WTE Senior Dietitians and 1 Dietitian Manager.</p> <ul> <li>The service provides clinical dietetic services to children and adults within primary care services as well as community hospitals throughout the counties of Donegal, Sligo, Leitrim and West Cavan.</li> <li>The service also provides nutrition support to patients on home enteral tube feeding.</li> <li>The service is involved in education of other health professionals and provides group education to service users including structured education as part of chronic disease management.</li> <li>In Sligo &amp; Leitrim we have Dietitians working in the Children’s Disability Network Team.</li> <li>In Donegal, Sligo and Leitrim we have Dietitians working within Mental Health Service in Eating Disorders</li> <li>In Donegal we have a Dietitian working in Integrated Care Team for Older Person.</li> <li>The service is involved in training of Student Dietitians.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Cavan Monaghan</strong></p> <p>The Nutrition &amp; Dietetic Service comprises of 9.0 WTE Senior Dietitians and 1 Dietitian Manager.</p> <ul> <li>The service provides clinical dietetic services to children and adults within primary care services throughout Cavan Monaghan.</li> <li>The service provides nutrition support to patients (enteral tube feeding and/or malnutrition).</li> <li>The service is involved in education of other health professionals and provides group education to service users including structured education as part of chronic disease management.</li> <li>We have dietitians working in Mental Health Services (CAMHs and AMHs)</li> <li>We have a Dietitian working in Ambulatory Hub (integrated Care Team for Older Person)</li> <li>The service is involved in training of Student Dietitians.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Reporting Relationship</strong></p> <ul> <li>Your professional reporting relationship for clinical governance and clinical supervision will be to the Dietitian Manager.</li> <li><strong>You will report operationally to relevant Operational Lead e.g. Community Health Network Manager, Chronic Disease Hub Operational Lead.</strong></li> </ul> <p><strong>Key Working Relationships</strong></p> <p>You will work in collaboration with other members of team as relevant to role to provide patient centred care in an integrated and coordinated way.</p> <p></p> <p><strong>Purpose of the Post</strong></p> <p>The Dietitian (Staff Grade) will function as an efficient and effective member of the dietetic team with the aim of ensuring optimum delivery of a clinical nutrition and dietetic service to clients, and ensuring appropriate follow up as necessary.</p> <p><strong>Pre Diabetes &amp; Weight Management Roles</strong></p> <p>The post holder will provide an evidence based clinical service for individuals with pre-diabetes and obesity in Primary Care. This service will support the implementation of the National Framework for the integrated prevention and management of chronic disease in Ireland 2020 – 2025 and associated models of care for the Management of Overweight and Obesity in Ireland and Type 2 Diabetes This will involve:</p> <ul> <li>Delivering evidence based HSE diabetes prevention programmes and weight management interventions within the network through a variety of platforms as appropriate.</li> <li>Supporting individuals to manage their weight to prevent progression of obesity, improve obesity related complications, and prevent additional complications.</li> <li>Providing a service in line with the model of care for individuals for whom a group programme is not appropriate using face to face or technology enabled solutions.</li> <li>Coordinating, communicating and reporting on HSE diabetes prevention and obesity management programme activities within the network.</li> <li>Working with the integrated care teams, SMS co-ordinators, health and wellbeing, mental health, disability, older person’s groups and social prescribing processes and the public to embed referral pathways in line with models of care and ensure integration across the services.</li> <li>Serving as a resource to assist individuals, other healthcare workers, or the community in relation to diabetes prevention and obesity initiatives.</li> <li>Working as part of a national team of educators – attending necessary updates, contributing to the development of national care plans, educator and client materials as required. Contribute to ongoing training and development of educators as required.</li> <li>You will be involved in student training.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Community Health Network Roles</strong></p> <ul> <li>The National Service Plan (2020) includes provision to commence a targeted reform programme in line with Slaintecare to Enhance Community Care (ECC) and redesign acute hospital pathways to support older people and those with chronic disease. This plan includes roll out of Community Healthcare Networks across each Community Healthcare Organisation (CHO).</li> <li>The post holder will provide an evidence based clinical service in association with other Dietitians and as part of a Multidisciplinary Team within a Community Health Network. This is a mapped network with a population of 50000 people You will be involved in a multidisciplinary team that</li> <ul> <li>supports people to live more independently in the community</li> <li>coordinates and integrates services to meet changing health needs of the population it services</li> <li>supports collaborative working to provide person-centred care</li> <li>ensures timely access to services hence reducing need for hospitalisation and for those who do require acute care post discharge support in the community</li> </ul> <li>You will deliver a dietetic service to adults/children in the community through individual consultations (in clinic setting or via telehealth), home visits and group education (in person or virtual).</li> <li>You may have a role in the provision of a dietetic service to residential units.</li> <li>Referral types ranging from chronic disease prevention and management to malnutrition, enteral feeding and specific clinical conditions.</li> <li>In addition, many dietitians support/lead on nutrition health promotion programmes in their area and develop resources and training for other health professionals on nutrition.</li> <li>In addition, there are regular team meetings, opportunities for CPD and research, ongoing support of student training.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Principal Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p> <p><em>The Dietitian Staff Grade will:</em></p> <p><strong>Professional / Clinical</strong></p> <ul> <li>Ensure that professional standards are maintained in accordance with the requirements as set out by CORU</li> </ul> <p><a href="https://coru.ie/files-recognition/standards-of-proficiency-for-dietitians.pdf" target="_self">https://coru.ie/files-recognition/standards-of-proficiency-for-dietitians.pdf</a></p> <ul> <li>Assist in the ongoing functioning and organisation of the dietetic service within scope of role and practice.</li> <li>Prioritise and manage a patient caseload according to the needs of the service.</li> <li>Deliver on an effective self-managed workload, maximising the use of time and resources.</li> <li>Identify nutritional problems through individual assessment of nutritional status and estimation of requirements.</li> <li>Instigate the Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (M.U.S.T.) and relevant other adapted screening tools or resources for patient groups as relevant.</li> <li>Devise and implement appropriate nutritional care plans so that patients are assessed and advised appropriately.</li> <li>Liaise with catering staff (where relevant) in the development of menus and specialised therapeutic diets in accordance with national and local policies.</li> <li>Provide a dietetic service that is evidence based, encompassing specific objectives, strategies, audit and evaluation.</li> <li>Contribute to the development and implementation of standards and quality improvement initiatives.</li> <li>Participate effectively in multidisciplinary teams, team meetings and case conferences.</li> <li>Participate in research and in developing databases for relevant patient groups.</li> <li>Know the limits of own practice and when to seek advice / refer to another health professional.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Education &amp; Training</strong></p> <ul> <li>Strive to maintain standards of practice and levels of clinical knowledge by participating in continuous professional development initiatives.</li> <li>Participate in professional groups and fora relevant to clinical nutrition and dietetics.</li> <li>Provide evidence-based nutrition training to health care professionals / colleagues as appropriate.</li> <li>Produce and evaluate nutrition education materials for patients and multidisciplinary teams.</li> <li>Participate in clinical supervision, mentoring, appraisal, clinical reflection and be open to reflective practice.</li> <li>Participate in the practice education of student Dietitians.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Quality and Risk, Health and Safety Management</strong></p> <ul> <li>Work in accordance with relevant HSE policies, legislation and professional policies, guidelines and requirements to ensure safe practice and high standards of service delivery.</li> <li>Work in a safe manner with due care and attention to the safety of self and others.</li> <li>Be aware of risk management issues, identify risks and take appropriate action, report all adverse incidents and near misses.</li> <li>Adhere to HSE policies in relation to the procurement, care and safety of any equipment supplied for the fulfilment of duty.</li> <li>Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc.<em> </em>and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role.</li> <li>Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Administrative</strong></p> <ul> <li>Contribute to service planning and development in their area of assignment and prepare and present information that will aid operational and strategic planning for future service development.</li> <li>Maintain appropriate patient records, metrics and statistics in accordance with HSE and local guidelines. Prepare patient progress reports, performance indicators or statistics as required.</li> <li>Maintain legal and professional standards with regard to patient and data confidentiality e.g. General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Freedom of Information (FOI).</li> <li>Represent the department at meetings, committees and/or conferences as required.</li> <li>Make efficient use of developments in Information Technology.</li> <li>Keep up to date with organisational developments within the Irish Health Service.</li> </ul> <p><strong>The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office.</strong></p> <p></p> <p><strong>Eligibility Criteria</strong></p> <p><strong>Qualifications and/ or experience</strong></p> <p><strong>Applications are welcome from individuals due to qualify prior to 31st December 2023</strong></p> <p></p> <p><strong>1.</strong> <strong>Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc.</strong></p> <p><strong>a)</strong> <strong>Candidates for appointment must:</strong></p> <p>i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, as a Dietitian by the Dietitians Registration Board at CORU.</p> <p><strong>And</strong></p> <p>ii) Candidates must have</p> <p>the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office.</p> <p><strong>And</strong></p> <p>iii) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Dietitians Register maintained by the Dietitians Registration Board at CORU <strong>before a contract of employment can be issued</strong>.</p> <p></p> <p><strong>2.</strong> <strong>Annual Registration</strong></p> <p>(i) On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the</p> <p>Dietitians Register maintained by the Dietitians Registration Board at CORU.</p> <p><strong>And</strong></p> <p>(ii) Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety</p> <p>Assurance Certificate(PSAC).</p> <p></p> <p><strong>Health</strong></p> <p>A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.</p> <p><strong>Character</strong></p> <p>Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character.</p> <p></p> <p><strong>Other requirements specific to the post: </strong>Have access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role.</p> <p></p> <p><strong>Skills, competencies and/or knowledge</strong></p> <p><strong><em>Candidates must demonstrate:</em></strong></p> <p><strong>Professional Knowledge and Experience</strong></p> <p><em>For Example:</em></p> <p>· A high level of clinical knowledge to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role.</p> <p>· Knowledge of the various theoretical models and approaches that apply in current practice.</p> <p>· Knowledge of a range of appropriate interventions relevant to the client group and an ability to apply knowledge to best practice.</p> <p>· The knowledge, abilities and clinical skills required to provide safe, efficient and effective service in the area of practice.</p> <p>· Demonstrate a commitment to promoting evidence based practice and research.</p> <p>· Commitment to Continuous Professional Development, including a willingness to undertake specific training /gain competence in <br> new areas of practice. Engages effectively in professional supervision.</p> <p>· Demonstrate evidence of computer skills including use of Microsoft Word, Excel, email and PowerPoint systems, as relevant to the <br> role.</p> <p>· Maximises the use of ICT with a willingness to develop IT skills relevant to the role.</p> <p></p> <p><strong>Planning and Managing Resources</strong></p> <p><em>For Example:</em></p> <p>· Effective planning and organising skills including awareness of resource management and importance of value for money.</p> <p>· Effective time management skills including the ability to effectively prioritise multiple tasks.</p> <p>· Foresees potential problems or competing priorities and takes appropriate action to ensure service standards don’t suffer/ <br> deadlines are met.</p> <p>· Takes responsibility for the achievement of delivery targets.</p> <p></p> <p><strong>Team Player Skills</strong></p> <p><em>For Example:</em></p> <p>· The ability to work independently as well as part of multidisciplinary teams.</p> <p>· Effectively builds and maintains relationships. Understands and values individuals and their respective professional roles.</p> <p>· Actively communicates and consults with team members / relevant others as required.</p> <p>· React constructively to setbacks and is able to both give and receive feedback.</p> <p></p> <p><strong>Commitment to Providing a Quality Service</strong></p> <p><em>For Example:</em></p> <p>· Demonstrates a commitment to providing a quality service.</p> <p>· Demonstrates sound knowledge and evidence based practice when providing a service<em>.</em></p> <p>· Takes immediate action and informs management when problems arise or standards slip.</p> <p>· Demonstrates an ability to be flexible and embrace change in order to enhance service delivery and improve service user care.</p> <p>· Demonstrates innovation, enthusiasm, and self-motivation in their approach to service delivery, health promotion and client care.</p> <p></p> <p><strong>Evaluating Information and Judging Situations</strong></p> <p><em>For Example:</em></p> <p>· The ability to assess a situation, determine the nature and severity of the problem and initiate a resolution within their professional <br> and personal scope of practice.</p> <p>· The ability to formulate, articulate and demonstrate sound clinical reasoning.</p> <p>· The ability to gather information from enough sources and other people to make well-founded decisions.</p> <p>· The ability to establish integrity by ensuring that the professional, ethical and safety factors are fully considered in decisions.</p> <p>· The ability to recognise when it is appropriate to refer decisions to a higher level of authority or to include other colleagues in the <br> decision.</p> <p></p> <p><strong>Communication and Interpersonal Skills</strong></p> <p><em>For Example:</em></p> <p>· Demonstrate effective communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner.</p> <p>· Tailors the communication method and the message to match the needs of the audience.</p> <p>· Effective interpersonal skills; the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.</p> <p>· Demonstrate awareness and an appreciation of the service user.</p> <p>· Ability to empathise with and treat patients, relatives and colleagues with dignity and respect.</p> <p>· Good negotiation skills and is assertive as required.</p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p>