Nutrition Care Specialist responsible for providing nutrition services to incarcerated patients in a state prison setting in Corcoran or Delano. Conducts comprehensive nutrition assessments and uses results to develop individualized meal plans that align with patient health needs.
- Assess patients’ nutritional status and dietary requirements.
- Create and update meal plans to support individual dietary goals.
- Monitor and evaluate food service delivery to ensure nutrition plans are followed.
- Provide nutrition counseling and education to patients.
- Coordinate with healthcare professionals to support and adjust dietary care plans.
- Collaborate with care teams to promote safe, effective nutrition interventions.
Required qualifications include training and experience in clinical nutrition, strong patient assessment and counseling skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a healthcare environment.