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1 POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION DETAILS: Clinical Dietitian Charge Dietitian Auckland District Health Board Nutrition Manager DATE: June 2013 TITLE: REPORTS TO: LOCATION: AUTHORISED BY: PRIMARY FUNCTION: To provide excellent clinical nutrition care for Auckland City Hospital patients. To be accountable for the provision of quality patient care through the application of competent clinical skills in assessment, planning, implementation of treatment and management of nutrition issues facing hospitalised patients. To be flexible in service delivery models to adjust to the needs of inpatients and ambulatory care patients. Provides supervision and coaching to student dietitians and recently graduated dietitians, new to the workforce. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Key Result Area Expected Outcomes/Performance Indicators Clinical Practice Responsible for a clinical caseload providing nutritional care for ACH patients and their families/whanau Demonstrate a patient-centred approach, involving clients and carers in decision making regarding their care Demonstrate clinical reasoning, assessing the patient, planning and implementing appropriate nutritional intervention Maintain clinical and statistical records to organisational standards Participate in discipline related clinics for ambulatory patients as required Attend patient related clinical meetings and discipline meetings to ensure an integrated approach to patient care Ability to supervise University Dietetic Students during their clinical placements Works as an autonomous practitioner, taking responsibility for the management of patient caseloads through assessment of clinical needs and effective prioritisation Produces evidence based resources and Standards of Care Cultural Competence Demonstrate culturally safe practice that encompasses a diverse range of beliefs, values and practices

2 Clinical Governance Demonstrate evidence based best practice Adhere to professional standards of practice and code of ethics Ensure relevant resources are used effectively and be fiscally responsible Adhere to ADHB organisational policies and procedures and legislative requirements, including those of the New Zealand Dietitians Board Continual Professional Development To demonstrate leadership appropriate to expected level of practice To adhere to the ADHB allied health supervision process, undertaking regular professional supervision To contribute to relevant student Dietitian programmes Participates in the New Zealand Dietitians Board Continuing Competence Programme (My CCP) to maintain Dietetic registration Authorities: N/A FTE Direct Reports: N/A Budget Accountability (if applicable): $N/A Relationships External Internal Committees/Groups Clinical Dietetic colleagues within Auckland and the wider community University Student Dietitians during Clinical Placements Relevant consumer groups e.g. Diabetes NZ, Coeliac Society Pharmaceutical/ nutritional product representatives Adult and Paediatric Clinical Dietitians within Nutrition Services Other Dietitians employed within the ADHB, WDHB and CMDHB Medical, nursing, administrations staff and other multidisciplinary team members Professional Leader, Dietitians and Nutritionists Menu Processors/Food Supervisors Food production Managers Diet kitchen and Fluids room staff CBORD Menu Superuser Food Safety/Quality Coordinator Quality Groups within area of practice Nutrition Services Quality and Innovation Project Groups Health and Safety Groups Regional and National Special Interest Groups, as applicable.

3 Person Specification Education Qualifications Essential Desired Professional New Zealand Registered Dietitian with Current Practising Certificate, endorsed as a Dietitian Prescriber Experience/Knowledge Competent to prescribe enteral nutrition and oral nutritional support to adult patients Experience in teaching students in practical placements, student lectures Demonstrated experience in delivering quality and performance improvement initiatives in a clinical setting Knowledge of the implications of the Treaty of Waitangi with a commitment to Biculturalism Member of Dietitians New Zealand Previous clinical dietetic experience Experience working in outpatient clinic setting and adult acute inpatient services such as General Medicine, Surgery. Experience in Diabetes, Gestational Diabetes. Demonstrated ability to motivate junior members off staff to develop professional competency Strong understanding of performance improvement culture development Personal Characteristics Strong interpersonal and communication skills Proactive and displays initiative A team player with the ability to motivate and coach people Ability to think through issues and identify solutions Generates trust and able to work in a collaborative and supportive partnership. Someone who will be respected as a peer who has the wisdom to be able to provide guidance and counsel when required Ability to influence and support change Enthusiastic personality Resourceful and resilient; able to cope under pressure The ability to challenge and question the status quo (i.e. processes and systems) and facilitate the development of innovative and workable performance improvements Sets the highest ethical and professional standards and leads by example in all interactions.

4 CRITICAL COMPETENCIES COMPETENCY Patient/customer orientation Teamwork and Collaboration Communication and Interpersonal Skills Self Management Flexibility Planning & Organising Learning and Development Leadership and Coaching DESCRIPTION Treats patients as a first priority and seeks to improve service to them by meeting their nutritional requirements and increasing their level of knowledge Active participation in, and facilitation of, team effectiveness; Works with fellow members of the ADHB dietetic team to provide an appropriate level of nutritional care for all ADHB patients admitted to ACH. Works effectively with others in the organisation outside the line of formal authority (such as peers in others departments or senior management) to accomplish organisational goals and to identify and resolve problems. Leads a team where appropriate to do so. Recognises and respects individual differences. Expresses ideas effectively both orally and in writing, (including nonverbal communication) in individual and group situations; adjusting language and terminology to meet the client s understanding. Actively listens, drawing out information and checking understanding. Empathises with others and considers their needs and feelings. Sets high goals or standards of performance for self and others; imposing standards of excellence on self rather than having standards imposed by others. Is proactive and displays initiative. Copes with stress, is resilient to change and understands personal limitations. Ability to adapt and work effectively within a variety of situations, and with various individuals and groups Establishing a course of action for self or others to achieve priority work goals, appointments and activities. Manages patient caseloads, recognises and addresses barriers, and takes account of changing priorities Constantly strives to build knowledge and skills, learns from mistakes and improves outcomes. Accepts new ideas; assimilates new information; applies that which is being learned. Develops, implements and audits innovative and effective training and education sessions for patients, colleagues, medical and nursing staff. Using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to inspire and guide individuals toward goal achievement; modifying behaviour to accommodate tasks, situations, and individuals involved. Creating a sense of ownership of job or tasks by providing clear expectations, control of resources, responsibility and coaching; offering assistance without removing responsibility. Performance Improvement Focus Quality and Innovation Understanding of quality management principles and practices. Constantly striving to do things better whilst focusing on the quality of service, delivery and job activity. Generating creative solutions to work situations; trying different and novel ways to deal with problems and opportunities, based on logical assumptions and factual information whilst giving consideration to resources, constraints and ADHB's values. Values Diversity Understand the significance of the Treaty of Waitangi Display cultural sensitivity and values diversity Displays a willingness to work positively to improve opportunities for Maori Appreciate insights and ideas of all individuals and works effectively with these differences

5 WORKING FOR ADHB EXPECTATIONS OF EMPLOYEES CITIZENSHIP All employees are expected to contribute to the innovation and improvement of Auckland District Health Board as an organisation. This means: Using resources responsibly Models ADHB values in all interactions Maintaining standards of ethical behaviour and practice Meeting ADHB s performance standards Participating in organisation development and performance improvement initiatives Helping to develop and maintain Maori capability in ADHB, including developing our understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi and ways in which it applies in our work Raising and addressing issues of concern promptly THE EMPLOYER AND EMPLOYEE RELATIONSHIP We have a shared responsibility for maintaining good employer/employee relationships. This means: Acting to ensure a safe and healthy working environment at all times Focusing our best efforts on achieving ADHB s objectives A performance agreement will be reached between the employee and their direct manager and/or professional leader containing specific expectations. CONSUMER/CUSTOMER/STAKEHOLDER COMMITMENT All employees are responsible for striving to continuously improve service quality and performance. This means: Taking the initiative to meet the needs of the consumer/customer/stakeholder Addressing our obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi Involving the consumer/customer/stakeholder in defining expectations around the nature of the services to be delivered and the timeframe Keeping the consumer/stakeholder informed of progress Following through on actions and queries Following up with the consumer/customer/stakeholder on their satisfaction with the services PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT As the business of ADHB develops, the responsibilities and functions of positions may change. All staff are expected to contribute and adapt to change by: Undertaking professional development Applying skills to a number of long and short term projects across different parts of the organisation Undertaking such development opportunities as ADHB may reasonably require