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Clinical Nutrition Specialist

2 months ago


Lakeland, Florida, United States Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration Full time

Position Overview:
This role serves as a Clinical Dietitian at the full performance level within the Clinical Section of the Nutrition and Food Services (NFS), acting as the medical nutrition authority.

The Clinical Dietitian operates independently, utilizing evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines to cater to all patients, including those with intricate medical and nutritional requirements.

Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Dietitians manage the nutritional care of Veterans by collaborating with healthcare professionals, the Veteran, their caregivers, and the community. They analyze research and apply whole health principles to formulate patient-centered objectives and enhance health outcomes. Furthermore, Clinical Dietitians work alongside the Food Operations Section to improve the dining experience for Veterans and ensure satisfaction.

Primary Duties Include:

  • Conducting thorough nutrition assessments through the Nutritional Care Process (NCP), including nutrition-focused physical examinations, to identify nutrition diagnoses and assess malnutrition risk.
  • Creating and executing Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) plans to address identified nutrition diagnoses, while evaluating and monitoring the effectiveness of interventions.
  • Adjusting dietary plans as necessary to ensure favorable patient outcomes.
  • Calculating nutrient needs and diet restrictions, tailoring diet prescriptions to individual patient requirements.
  • Documenting MNT in medical records using the Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention, Monitoring, Evaluation (ADIME) format.
  • Assessing educational needs and providing tailored nutrition education and counseling for individuals and groups.
  • Collaborating with the Food Operations Section and department leadership to enhance the dining experience and support patient satisfaction.
  • Maintaining accurate records of daily clinical activities and completing patient encounters using approved systems.
  • Participating in interdisciplinary team meetings and contributing to service-level strategic planning and the implementation of new initiatives.
  • Staying updated on current research in nutrition and analyzing its implications for patient care.

Work Schedule:
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4 PM. Telework options available on an ad-hoc basis.

Qualifications:
Applicants must be U.S. Citizens and proficient in English. Registration as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or Registered Dietitian (RD) is required, along with a degree from an accredited institution. Experience in clinical hospital nutrition, particularly with diverse patient populations, is highly preferred.

Physical Requirements:
Functional requirements include the use of fingers, walking, standing, and maintaining emotional stability.

This position is integral to providing quality nutritional care and improving the health outcomes of Veterans.