Job Description​

The Opportunity:

The Registered Dietitian is the nutrition professional that develops and oversees the implementation of nutrition interventions/prescriptions for patients nutrition diagnosis.  Responsible for coordinating the plan of care/interventions and consulting with other members of the health care team to ensure optimal patient outcomes for Hospital In Your Home and Home Health patients.

• Demonstrates Proficiency in Standards of Practice (Nutrition Assessment, Nutrition Diagnosis, Nutrition Intervention/Plan of Care and Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation.   

• Demonstrates Proficiency in Standards of Professional Performance (Quality In Practice, Competency/Accountability, Provisions of Services, Application of Research, Communication and Applications of Knowledge and Utilization and Management of Resources).

• Uses Nutrition Care Process (NCP) ADIME-assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring and evaluation for patient's nutritional assessment.

• Performs Nutrition Focused Physical Exam (NFPE) and documenting clinical criteria to demonstrate patients with malnutrition.

• Collaborates with other members of the healthcare team regarding patients nutrition plan of care.

• Completes yearly department competency and other performance improvement projects as assigned.

• Uses Evidence Based Practice in patient care.

• Serves as a preceptor to dietetic interns. 

Why St. Luke’s Home Care:

• Working in an environment where you are supported by leadership and a team of skilled healthcare professional dedicated to providing the highest levels of care.
• Having the autonomy to set your own schedule and flexibility to meet your personal and family needs, including late start or early ending times.
• State of the art technology including widespread use telemonitoring to ensure positive patient outcomes.
• Commitment to a safe and kind work environment with abundant resources.
• Competitive pay program and top mileage reimbursement rates.
• Opportunities for career advancement and development of your nursing and people skills.
• Saint Luke’s offers competitive salaries and benefits packages to all eligible employees, click here to find out more.

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Job Details

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