Dietitian, Rosewood PCN
Primary Integrated Community Services
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Job summary
As an experienced, registered Dietitian, working in Primary Care you will be a key constituent of the Care Home multi-disciplinary team and will provide dietetic support to care home residents and training to staff. You will support the learning and education of healthcare professionals, will be working closely with Care Home and Community teams.
You will also have the opportunity to work collaboratively with other PCN services to ensure each patient is treated holistically. For example, linking in with our PCN Health and Wellbeing Coaches, working with patients to manage long-term conditions and ensuring that positive behaviours are established and maintained.
The post holder will be supported to increase their knowledge and skills across all areas, through clinical guidance and peer support. You will be part of the wider network of PCN Dietitians across Nottinghamshire, sharing good practice and actively making positive changes to patients’ lives.
You will be based within Rosewood Primary Care Network (PCN) to find out more about the practices and patients you will be caring for, download our factsheet attached to this advert.
Main duties of the job
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide an enhanced dietetic service to the frail patients, specifically those in care homes or complex chronic health conditions.
- Make dietetic advice readily available.
- Develop and deliver nutrition teaching programmes to care homes.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent
- Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Evidence of continuing professional development
About us
We offer a comprehensive package which includes:
- Part of a team of experienced practitioners and supported by a Medical Director who will help support your professional development
- Part of the NHS Pension Scheme or an alternative government-based scheme (based on eligibility) with generous employer contributions
- Competitive salaries with clear progression pathways – referenced to NHS Agenda for Change
- Fully integrated with NHS IT systems
- Generous annual leave entitlement which references NHS Agenda for Change and recognises previous NHS service
- On appointment – 27 days plus 8 days bank holiday entitlement
- After 5 years – 29 days plus 8 days bank holiday entitlement
- After 10 years – 33 days plus 8 days bank holiday entitlement
- Competitive leave entitlement that includes sickness pay and maternity leave
- Join a caring culture and a company of can-do experts
Date posted
30 April 2022
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£40,057 to £45,839 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
E0220-22-8493
Job locations
Rosewood Primary Care Network
Nottinghamshire
NG18 1QQ
Employer details
Employer name
Primary Integrated Community Services
Address
Rosewood Primary Care Network
Nottinghamshire
NG18 1QQ
Employer's website
http://picsnhs.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
For questions about the job, contact:
PICS HR
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