Registered Dietitian Per Visit

Northwell Health • Danbury, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Plans, organizes, and conducts nutrition consults to home health patients based on patient need and physician orders. Functions as a member of the home care team with expertise in nutritional counseling.

Requirements

• Master's degree in nutrition or dietetics
• Minimum of six months of job-related experience
• State of CT Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist license
• Current valid driver's license
• Proficient use of computer-based electronic medical records
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts, such as proportions, percentages, volume
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret clinical documentation from members of the home health team
• Access to a good working vehicle to support visits to patients' homes

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements a nutritional plan based on an assessment of nutritional needs of the patient, input from the patient and/or patient representative/caregiver, and current evidence-based practices. The plan is included in the patient's treatment plan and medical record and communicated to the physician and home health care team.
• Instructs home care staff to: A) Provide appropriate counseling to patients/caregivers in the home setting; B) Evaluate and instruct on nutritional principles, dietary plans, and food selections; C) Adapt plans to the patient's lifestyle as appropriate; D) Re-evaluate nutritional care by providing home follow-up care.
• Communicates effectively with all team members, patients/patient representatives/caregivers through conferences, individual consultation, and committee participation. This includes telephone, written, and electronic documentation.
• Maintains confidentiality and safety of patient clinical records and information.
• Attends case conferences and staff meetings as appropriate.
• Complies with the organizations' policies and procedures.
• Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level