FAQs
What is the primary role of the neonatal dietitian?
The primary role is to lead dietetic input for the neonatal unit, which includes the neonatal Intensive Care Unit, high dependency, and low dependent units.
What kind of clinical conditions will the dietitian support?
The dietitian will provide expert nutritional support for children with a wide range of clinical conditions in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) and external agencies.
Is experience in neonatal care required?
Yes, the post holder should have experience in neonates and the critical care setting.
Will the dietitian have a role in service evaluation?
Yes, the dietitian will engage in service evaluation, benchmarking, and data collection to develop the service and business cases.
What facilities does the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust include?
The trust comprises four hospitals: the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, and Horton General Hospital.
Are there opportunities for informal visits before applying?
Yes, interested candidates can arrange for informal visits by contacting Ruth Hornby, the paediatric dietitian team lead.
What are some values upheld by the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust?
The trust's values include compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement, and excellence, all of which focus on delivering compassionate excellence in healthcare.
Will the dietitian be involved in paediatric critical care?
Yes, the dietitian will provide cross cover for essential referrals on Paediatric critical care when the usual dietitian is on leave.
How can I contact the team lead for more information?
You can contact Ruth Hornby at her email address, ruth.hornby@ouh.nhs.uk, or by telephone at 01865234032.
What is the Trust's stance on inappropriate sexual behaviour?
The Trust has pledged zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and is committed to upholding the ten core principles outlined in the sexual safety charter.