Dietitian

Full Job Description

Employees in this assignment serve in a Dietitian (Informatics) full performance level position in NFS.

They are thoroughly knowledgeable of and responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing food service technology as well as ensuring continuous evaluation and improvement within the service.

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: GS-11 Dietitian (Informatics) (Full Performance Level) Experience Requirement: In addition to meeting the basic requirements, to qualify for the GS-11 up must possess at least 1 year of experience as an RDN/RD equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-09) which demonstrates the following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Skill in managing computer software programs relative to food service systems.

Skill in applying nutritional knowledge to develop menus ensuring nutritional standards are met. Skill in developing training and reference materials. Skill in evaluating data to improve outcomes.

Skill in providing training related to food service systems technology. Skill in collaborating with stakeholders.

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. Major Duties:

The position is responsible for planning, coordinating, implementing and evaluating informatics within the service.

The Informatics Dietitian works in collaboration with the NFS management team, supervisors, and staff in supporting NFS program goals and facility mission.

Coordinates integration of administrative and clinical nutrition activities within the department and other services and units, clinics and local community.

Duties include but are not limited to: Uses available technology to enhance the work of all employees within NFS.

Manages VHA supported software programs and/or commercial off-the-shelf software (COTS) to support the effective management of food operations and patient meal services.

Enters and maintains ingredients, recipes, nutritional information and menus. Oversees the technology used for meal production, meal service and temperature control. Leads a menu committee.

Ensures recipes are standardized. Costs out recipes and assures that they are within budgetary constraints.

Creates and revises menus, considering VA established guidelines, policy, patient preference, and religious and cultural considerations.

Completes nutrient analyses of regular and modified menus and ensures menus follow required diet guidelines.

Develops and maintains training and reference materials for the Nutrition Communication Center (NCC). Manages productivity reports for the NCC.

Completes audits for the NCC, determining action plans when results require corrective measures. Coordinates and supports downtime procedures for the NCC, ensuring procedures remain up to date.

Coordinates all aspects of training related to computer systems, menus and informatics for NFS employees.

Collaborates with the clinical nutrition section and leadership to ensure the enhancement of the Veterans dining experience. Supports patient satisfaction within NFS.

Acts as a department Automated Data Processing Application Coordinator (ADPAC) between administration, food services, clinical staff, and the Office of Information Technology (Ol&T) regarding clinical information system processes.

Manages and updates the service SharePoint site.

May perform other related duties as assigned which are appropriate for this grade and assignment Work Schedule: Various Tours of duty between 7:30am-5:30pm CST Compressed/Flexible: Not Available Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: PD000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized