CLIN DIETITIAN

Covenant Health•Knoxville, TN

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About The Position

The Clinical Dietitian monitors nutritional care, manages physician-ordered therapeutic diets, and provides nutritional education to patients. The position also directs, supervises, and coordinates diet office activities. It is a PRN/occasional position with variable hours and shifts at Parkwest Medical Center.

Requirements

At least one year of ADA-approved experience, or a master’s degree in Nutrition plus six months of ADA-approved experience.
Current registration from the Commission on Dietetic Registration, the credentialing agency for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Current license from the State of Tennessee Division of Health Related Boards.

Responsibilities

Document relevant aspects of patient nutritional care in accordance with departmental standards.
Perform nutritional assessments as determined; request patient food preferences and prepare patient diets daily.
Attend health care team meetings regularly to discuss patient care needs.
Educate patients on long-term nutritional care through individual discussions, group classes, and community speaking engagements.
Write modified diets, coordinate diet adaptations with house menus, and chart diets in medical records.
Serve as an educational resource to nursing and medical personnel.
Assist with care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.
Maintain department records, reports, and files as required.
Follow policies, procedures, and safety standards; complete required annual education assignments; work toward goals and objectives; and participate in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.