Clinical Nutrition Specialist

2 weeks ago


Southfield, Michigan, United States PACE Southeast Michigan Full time
Position Overview

The Clinical Nutrition Specialist plays a pivotal role under the guidance of the Clinical Nutrition Manager, executing the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) through detailed nutrition evaluations, identifying nutrition-related issues, and crafting tailored, evidence-based nutrition strategies. This role is essential in addressing complex medical conditions, including malnutrition and obesity, while also assessing food accessibility and behavioral motivations for dietary changes.

Key Responsibilities

Participant Assessment
  1. Conducts thorough nutrition evaluations at enrollment and periodically thereafter, adhering to established guidelines.
  2. Employs various screening tools effectively to assess nutritional status.
  3. Analyzes medical history, lab results, medications, and dietary habits to determine nutritional needs.
  4. Performs nutrition-focused physical examinations when necessary to assess malnutrition risks.
  5. Considers psychosocial and behavioral factors influencing food choices and physical activity.
  6. Assesses the participant's and family's readiness to implement dietary changes and their motivation levels.
  7. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members as required.
Nutrition Diagnosis
  1. Identifies patterns and potential causes of nutrition-related issues.
  2. Documents diagnostic statements and provides supporting evidence.
Nutrition Intervention
  1. Develops individualized intervention plans targeting the root causes of identified issues.
  2. Evaluates educational needs and offers personalized nutrition education and counseling.
  3. Coordinates care plans with the interdisciplinary team and other healthcare professionals as necessary.
Monitoring and Evaluation
  1. Utilizes effective monitoring techniques that respect cultural and individual dietary preferences.
  2. Measures the success of nutrition interventions and tracks participant progress.
  3. Monitors high-risk participants and provides timely follow-up based on clinical judgment.

Documentation and Compliance

Documentation
  1. Responsible for maintaining accurate and timely documentation in the participant's electronic medical record.
Coordination of Care
  1. Actively participates in care plan meetings as a vital member of the interdisciplinary team.
  2. Communicates care plans effectively with team members and other healthcare providers.
  3. Adheres to the Participant Bill of Rights, striving for high levels of participant satisfaction.

Qualifications

  1. Bachelor's Degree in dietetics, nutrition, or a related field.
  2. Completion of an accredited dietetics program.
  3. Eligibility for registration and/or successful completion of the registration exam.
  4. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster relationships across departments.
  5. Proficient in applying adult learning principles in educational settings.
  6. Analytical skills for problem-solving and intervention development.
  7. Commitment to ongoing professional development and compliance with departmental standards.

Working Environment

  1. Variable working conditions with potential exposure to communicable diseases.
  2. Travel within the designated service area may be required.
  3. Physical demands may include frequent walking, bending, and lifting of significant weight.


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