What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-Time Registered Dietician position at Freedom at Home Dialysis?
Company Description
“Freedom At Home Dialysis is a committed team of Healthcare professionals dedicated to the ethical pursuit of improving the quality of life of all our patients and presenting ourselves as advocates and leaders in our profession."
Freedom At Home Dialysis — the leader in Staff Assisted Home Dialysis in the Dallas/Fort Worth area understands that choosing a career in healthcare is often personal. Whether it is because of your love of people and your desire to make a difference in the lives of others, or your need to become part of a team, we understand the passion and dedication it takes to be that special someone. It’s these qualities that make our people our greatest asset. And in turn, we believe in developing the best through appreciation and encouragement.
Rapid growth and expansion has created an opportunity for an experienced Dialysis RD.
Job Description
Assesses patient's knowledge of diet and kidney disease and provides education appropriate to patient's learning needs regarding the relationship of diet and kidney disease and the impact on the treatment process.
Provides patient specific detailed education to patient/family/caregiver regarding nutritional status, adequacy measures and results, fluid status, and all nutrition related lab parameters pertaining to their disease process.
Completes nutritional assessment and participates in the interdisciplinary comprehensive assessments.
Participates with the interdisciplinary team in the development of a written, individualized comprehensive plan of care that specifies the services necessary to address the patient's needs, in accordance with established Federal and, where applicable, slate licensure guidelines.
Calculates diet prescription according to standard of practice.
Communicates with physician and/or facility staff regarding lab results as appropriate.
Communicates lab results and recommended treatment changes to providers of patient care in nursing facilities (i.e. hospitals, short term and long term care facilities).
Participates in pertinent staff meetings (i.e. general staff, quality improvement), Care plan meetings, and others as applicable.
Qualifications
EDUCATION & LICENSURE
Registered Dietitian as per Commission on Dietetic Registration Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition encouraged. Current licensure in good standing with the State of Texas
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS
Minimum of 1 year professional work experience in clinical nutrition as a Registered Dietitian.
Previous renal experience preferred.
Demonstrated leadership competencies and skills for the position, including ability to teach, strong organizational skills, excellent communication, customer service, relationship development, results orientation, team building and decision making. Able to perform responsibilities with minimum supervision.
Basic computer skills required.
Additional Information
A criminal background check will be performed.