Job Description

A Brief Overview

Under the general supervision of the Clinical Nutrition Manager (CNM)/Director of Nutritional Services. The Registered Dietitian acts as a resource for nutrition information for medical staff. Performs and documents nutritional assessments according to the MNT protocol and Stormont Vail Health Standards of Care. Collaborates inter-professionally to plan and implement patient care.

Experience Qualifications

• Hospital or ambulatory clinic experience. Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Dietitian License - KDADS Required
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) - CDR Required

What you will do

• Obtains nutrition history and conducts a nutrition assessment. Makes recommendations for nutrition support, enteral and parenteral nutrition.
• Develops and implements plan of care based on assessment of nutritional needs and available sources. Correlates this plan with other healthcare professionals.
• Instructs or counsels patients and/or their families in nutritional principles, dietary plans, food selection, preparation, and specific diet education.
• Evaluates nutritional care and provides follow-up continuity of care.
• Documents nutrition care plans and information into the patient’s medical records. Assists in maintaining EPIC for accuracy and productivity
• Teaches nutrition and diet therapy to hospital personnel, community groups, and Nutritional Services team members. Performs in-service training to At Your Request team members

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