Dietitian - Home Care is responsible for making home visits to assess the nutritional needs of patients. Designs and implements nutritional care plans for patients utilizing general dietetic standards and regulations. Being a Dietitian - Home Care monitors and documents patient progress and consults with physicians as needed. Evaluates effectiveness of the care plan and communicates to the other members of the healthcare team to provide optimal nutrition outcomes. Additionally, Dietitian - Home Care plans menus and inspects food to ensure portions adhere to set restrictions and dietary standards. Requires a bachelor's degree in clinical nutrition, dietics, or related degree. Requires Registered Dietitian (RD). May require a state license to practice. Typically reports to a manager. The Dietitian - Home Care occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Dietitian - Home Care typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
JOB DESCRIPTION:
We are seeking a Registered Dietitian for a dual Outpatient and Inpatient setting, where you'll play a vital role in helping patients improve their health through proper nutrition. Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, you'll deliver exceptional care and contribute to patients' overall well-being.
This position has a SIGN ON BONUS of $8000 and is located in Hermiston, OR
JOB DUTIES:
· Coordinate all phases of nutrition care including nutrition assessment, care planning, monitoring, education and counseling of hospitalized patients
· Provide individual and group outpatient nutrition education and MNT
· Evaluate, interpret, monitor and document nutritional status of patients
· Provide appropriate and timely documentation that summarizes the nutrition care plan in a patient’s medical record, including nutrition assessment, diagnosis, plan, implementation, and progress towards goals
· Deliver nutrition education to patient and family members on appropriate food selections
· Perform the duties of instructor for the nutrition portion of the group diabetes education program
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Job Type: Full-time , will consider part time.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $46.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person