The Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) directs acute nutrition therapy by: performing a comprehensive nutrition assessment, determining nutrition diagnosis, writing orders for appropriate nutrition therapy and monitoring medical status to adjust interventions. The CNSC directs therapy to achieve positive patient outcomes of maximal nutrition status, reduced length of stay and reduced readmissions. The CNSC practices within their scope of practice at an advanced level. Order writing privileges granted by the hospital medical staff and the hospital board as well as collaboration with physicians and other health care team members ensures the provision of appropriate acute nutrition therapy to patients. These privileges include initiating, changing and discontinuing enteral and parenteral nutrition, supplements, diet orders, and education to treat disease states. Responsible for promoting teamwork with all members of the healthcare team. Performs duties in a manner consistent with St. Luke’s mission and values.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Master's degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees