The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is dedicated to promoting kidney health and providing quality, highly subsidised dialysis treatment and holistic care to patients. NKF strives to be an advocate and integrator for the community, by the community. While supporting kidney failure patients with quality dialysis treatment and integrated care, NKF's greater mission lies in preventing or delaying kidney failure through kidney health education, with deeper integration into the community and strategic collaborative partnerships.
As NKF moves towards its Future Forward 2030 vision, the Foundation remains committed to pioneering advancements in kidney health and patient care. Key goals include tackling the growing prevalence of kidney failure, enhancing patient support and care, and leveraging innovative technologies to improve quality and efficacy of treatment, enabling patients to thrive on dialysis. With a steadfast focus on these initiatives, NKF aims to be at the forefront of kidney health in Singapore.
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Senior Dietitian to join the Allied Health team. Reporting to the Assistant Head, you will provide evidence-based clinical nutrition care, support department quality improvement efforts, guide junior staff, and contribute to research and education initiatives. Your responsibilities are as follows:
Key Responsibilities
1. Clinical Nutrition Care
- Deliver evidence-based dietetic consultations to patients and caregivers, aiming to improve nutritional status and compliance with dietary recommendations.
- Provide tailored nutrition counselling and interventions based on individual patient conditions and needs.
- Contribute to clinical data collection and analysis to support treatment planning and service enhancements.
- Assist in creating smart templates for use in the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.
2. Quality Improvement & Research
- Participate in clinical nutrition initiatives and Quality Improvement (QI) projects to enhance care delivery and patient outcomes.
- Conduct audits to ensure alignment with current evidence-based dietetic practices.
- Support research efforts and assess the effectiveness of clinical services.
- Stay updated through regular literature reviews and attendance at relevant workshops or conferences.
3. Training & Supervision
- Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to junior dietitians and dietetic technicians.
- Guide team members in setting and achieving their Individual Development Plans (IDPs).
- Oversee and coordinate clinical placements for dietetics or nutrition students.
4. Education & Outreach
- Deliver nutrition education and updates to internal staff as needed.
- Advocate for and promote evidence-based best practices in clinical nutrition.
5. Departmental Support & Other Duties
- Assist the Function Head/Head of Department with planning, operations, and the achievement of departmental goals.
- Perform other duties related to dietetic services and patient care as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or higher degree in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics, including the completion of a clinical dietetics internship of at least 24 weeks from an accredited institution.
- Membership with the Singapore Nutrition and Dietetic Association and accreditation as an Accredited Dietitian in Singapore is recommended.
Experience
- More than 5 years of experience in clinical nutrition, ideally in a related healthcare setting.
