Role: Provides medical nutrition therapy as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team, ensuring continuity of care across all phases. Conducts nutrition assessments for at-risk patients, calculates metabolic nutrient needs, and performs nutrition-focused physical exams to evaluate malnutrition risk. Develops and implements personalized nutrition diagnoses, interventions, and care plans, continuously monitoring outcomes and adjusting as needed.
Responsibilities: Documents patient encounters, manages enteral nutrition support, and creates transitional feeding plans. Educates patients and families on nutrition strategies, including special diets and community resources. Collaborates with the healthcare team, participates in multidisciplinary rounds, and engages in quality improvement activities. Mentors interns and technicians, and contributes to research and practice development.
Qualifications & Skills: Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics or Nutrition, with necessary licensure and certifications (e.g., BLS, Lic Dietitian, Registered Dietitian). Preferred 1-2 years of clinical experience and completion of an accredited dietetics program. Demonstrates strong communication, clinical assessment, and documentation skills, with a focus on evidence-based practice and continuous professional development.