Dietitian Associate - DaVita : Job Details

Evaluates on-going nutritional status to determine appropriate nutrition intervention(s) and recommendations. Consults physician regarding lab tests as needed. - Develops individualized Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for patients based on reported lab results and individualized goals. - Selects and develops nutrition education and counseling based on individualized patient needs, including nutrient requirements, knowledge and abilities, medical, economic, and social situation. - Utilizes Motivational Interviewing with patients in need of a behavior change on an ongoing basis. - Monitors nutritional status, laboratory values, dialysis adequacy, adherence to diet and response to nutrition related medications and therapy to determine appropriate nutrition intervention and recommendations. - Evaluates outcomes, identifies contributing factors and document interventions. - Contacts and collaborates with extended care facility staff, or other appropriate medical personnel or caregivers to f...Dietitian, Associate, Nutrition, Healthcare, Patient