Dietitian (Clinical) HBPC

Summary The Home Based Primary Care (HBPC) Clinical Dietitian is responsible for planning, developing, and directing all nutritional care activities by applying evidenced-based nutrition practice guidelines for all assigned Veterans, including those with complex medical and nutritional needs. The clinical dietitian supports the facility's mission and coordinates nutritional care with other health care providers, the Veteran, the Veteran's caregiver, and the community. Responsibilities Duties and skills needed to be successful in this position include, but are not limited to: Nutritional Care: Conducts a comprehensive nutrition assessment utilizing the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) for assigned patients. Develops and implements an individualized plan for Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to address the nutrition diagnosis in accordance with the patient's medical program goals and objectives. Documents MNT in the medical record using the Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention, Monitoring, Eval...