Description

Provide professional dietetics services and medical nutrition therapy within a state facility.

Responsibilities

• Plan therapeutic diets and menus to prevent and treat diseases and health conditions.
• Assess medical records, including diagnoses, nutrition history, food intake, and laboratory results to recommend nutritional improvements.
• Develop and implement nutrition care plans based on nutritional needs and current medical treatments.
• Calculate BMI, weight ranges, and specific nutrient requirements such as caloric intake, proteins, and fluids.
• Consult with medical and nursing staff to coordinate patient care and analyze menu content to ensure therapeutic requirements are met.

Required Skills

• Licensed as a Registered Dietitian.
• Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, nutrition, home economics (food), or a closely related field.
• At least three years of professional dietetics experience, including one year as a registered dietitian.
• Proficiency in calculating BMI and daily nutritional needs.
• Experience analyzing anthropometric data and laboratory results.

Preferred Skills

• Additional graduate coursework in dietetics, nutrition, or home economics to substitute for one year of non-specialized experience.

Key Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree