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 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. 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
Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent HCPC Registered A teaching qualification or experience of teaching groups Membership of the British Dietetic Association Completion of relevant courses Experience
A wide range of post-registration dietetic experience including delivery of services for inpatients and those with neurological illness. Experience working in an inpatient environment Specialist experience of working within neurosciences Skills
An ability to demonstrate best dietetic practice for a range of conditions. An ability to evaluate and report on complex data. 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. £37,338 to £44,962 per annum pro rata.
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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 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. 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
Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent HCPC Registered A teaching qualification or experience of teaching groups Membership of the British Dietetic Association Completion of relevant courses Experience
A wide range of post-registration dietetic experience including delivery of services for inpatients and those with neurological illness. Experience working in an inpatient environment Specialist experience of working within neurosciences Skills
An ability to demonstrate best dietetic practice for a range of conditions. An ability to evaluate and report on complex data. 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. £37,338 to £44,962 per annum pro rata.
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