Clinical Dietitian - PACE Baton Rouge

FMOLHS • Baton Rouge, LA

2d

About The Position

The Clinical Dietitian provides nutrition care and education to PACE participants, caregivers, and clinical staff as needed. The role evaluates participants’ nutritional status, assesses nutrient requirements, develops and implements individualized nutrition care plans, recommends nutritional prescriptions, evaluates tolerance and effectiveness of nutrition care, and communicates nutrition information to physicians and other health professionals.

The dietitian performs comprehensive nutrition assessments by interpreting and synthesizing multiple data points, formulates care plans based on assessment findings, anticipates nutrition-related intervention needs, and coordinates nutrition care with physicians, the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), and other health care providers. The role also supports the integration of nutrition care into participants’ comprehensive plans of care, contributes to IDT planning and 24-hour care coordination, and develops and improves standards and educational programs to support quality meal delivery and participant outcomes.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience working with the frail or elderly population.
• Bachelor of Arts in Nutrition from an accredited college or university.
• Successful completion of a Dietetic Internship.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer skills.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) in the State of Louisiana.
• BLS and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments by interpreting and synthesizing multiple data points.
• Formulate individualized nutrition plans of care based on assessment findings and population trends.
• Anticipate nutrition intervention issues and intervene to maximize participant outcomes.
• Coordinate nutrition care plans with physicians, the Interdisciplinary Team, and other health care providers.
• Serve as a resource for integrating nutrition plans into participants’ comprehensive plans of care.
• Communicate effectively and assist in resolving conflicts among health care team members, participants, and families.
• Participate in developing the IDT Plan of Care and communicate with participants about their nutritional needs and care plans in a caring and compassionate manner.
• Develop written care plans and assist with coordinating 24-hour care delivery.
• Communicate participant changes to team members.
• Develop and implement standards, guidelines, and best practices for meal delivery.
• Use data and information to continuously improve care and practice, ensure participants receive correct diets, and support the best possible meal quality.
• Develop or revise participant and family education programs and evaluate their effectiveness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level