Dialysis Registered Dietitian - Redding, CA
Company: AMS Dialysis Recruiters
Location: Redding
Posted on: January 24, 2023
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Job Description:
A $5,000 Sign On Bonus Is Available. The Registered Dietitian
assesses, monitors, and educates patients on their ongoing
nutritional needs while they receive dialysis treatments. The
Registered Dietitian's dietary consultation is a key aspect of
improving care for our patients with Kidney Disease. The Dietitian
will support our patients in following an accessible and
kidney-friendly diet. Responsibilities Completes a nutrition
assessment within 30 calendar days following the patient's first
dialysis session. Develops and implements the patient's
individualized, comprehensive care plan based on needs identified
from the assessment. Identifies specific interventions to meet
nutritional needs based on evidence-based guidelines, best
practices and current research. Evaluates the current diet of the
patient and recommends a nutrition prescription/diet order. Also
recommends diet adjustments as needed. Educates the patient and
family/caregiver about the role of diet and fluid management with
kidney disease. Monitors laboratory results in comparison with
goals and planned interventions. Reviews with the patient and makes
recommendations to the patient. Fully reviews and documents the
care plan at least monthly, charting the progress of the patient's
diet. Assesses patient understanding and success of nutrition
interventions; collaborates with the patient to revise the plan as
appropriate to achieve desired outcomes. Utilizes a
patient-centered care approach, being respectful of and responsive
to patient needs while encouraging patient engagement. Documents
thoroughly according to policy. Documents patient care and
education via progress notes in the medical record. Participates in
the QAPI process, documenting and attending meetings per clinic
policy. Compiles and develops educational materials to be used as
teaching aids in diet and nutrition education of patients.
Identifies potential hazards related to nutrition care and
communicates to other team members. Reviews ongoing research in
kidney disease and nutrition; shares it with health care
professionals. Qualifications Must be a Registered Dietitian
Nutritionist with the Commission on Dietetic Registration. A
Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition or a related field is
required. Minimum of one year professional work experience in
clinical nutrition required. Previous renal care or dialysis
related experience a plus.
Salary: $map.get("vacancy_salary-text"). Date posted:
12/20/2022
Keywords: AMS Dialysis Recruiters, Redding , Dialysis Registered Dietitian - Redding, CA, Healthcare , Redding, California
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