Band 6 Locum Dietitian

Location: Central London

Contract Type: Full-time, Locum

Start Date: ASAP

Specialty: ICU/Neuro Caseload

Work Setting: Acute Hospital

We are seeking a dedicated Band 6 Locum Dietitian to join our team at a renowned acute hospital in Central London. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Dietitian with experience in critical care and neuro dietetics to make a real difference in the care of patients. You will play a key role in providing expert dietetic support to ICU and neuro patients, ensuring their nutritional needs are met in a fast-paced and dynamic healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• ICU & Neuro Caseload: Provide specialist dietetic input to critically ill patients in the ICU and those with neuro conditions, developing and implementing nutrition care plans tailored to their individual needs.
• Nutritional Assessments: Conduct thorough nutritional assessments, making recommendations for enteral or parenteral nutrition, and ensuring the safe administration of nutrition support.
• Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with medical, nursing, and allied health teams to ensure holistic patient care.
• Patient Education: Offer clear and compassionate advice to patients and their families, supporting their understanding of nutrition and health needs.
• Nutritional Monitoring: Regularly monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of nutrition interventions, adjusting as necessary to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate patient records in line with hospital policies and provide timely reports to the clinical team regarding patient progress.

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