Hospice Dietitian: Compassionate Nutrition & Palliative Care

Sage Hospice, Primary and Palliative Care; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sage Hospice Primary & Palliative Care is seeking a Dietitian to perform nutritional assessments, counseling, education and interventions for terminally ill patients and families. The Dietitian participates in the Agency's Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) and contributes to developing and implementing an individualized Plan of Care.

Candidates should have a nutrition degree, RD/LD or eligibility, and a valid driver’s license. Hospice experience is preferred and reliable transportation is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in nutrition or related subjects.
• Registered or Licensed Dietitian as required by the state; or eligible.
• Must have a current driver’s license.
• One year experience as a dietitian; hospice experience preferred.
• Knowledge of terminally ill nutrition; good interpersonal skills; EMR experience.
• Reliable transportation and auto liability insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutritional assessments, dietary counseling, education and interventions to terminally ill patients and families.
• Active participant in the IDG and assist in developing, coordinating, and implementing an individualized Plan of Care (POC).

Skills

Nutrition knowledge

Interpersonal skills

EMR experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition or related field

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Sage Hospice Primary & Palliative Care is seeking a Dietitian to perform nutritional assessments, counseling, education and interventions for terminally ill patients and families. The Dietitian participates in the Agency's Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) and contributes to developing and implementing an individualized Plan of Care.

Candidates should have a nutrition degree, RD/LD or eligibility, and a valid driver’s license. Hospice experience is preferred and reliable transportation is required.