In-Home Registered Dietitian — Nutrition Counseling

Western CT Home Care Inc; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 62,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle for home visits

Job summary

Western CT Home Care Inc. is seeking a registered dietitian to plan, implement, and monitor nutrition care for home health patients in Connecticut.

You will collaborate with physicians and the home care team, document findings, and provide patient and caregiver education in home visits. The role requires a master’s degree in nutrition or dietetics, CT RD licensure, and at least six months of related experience, with an emphasis on using electronic medical records and maintaining patient

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nutrition or dietetics required.
• CT Registered Dietitian license and driver’s license required.
• Minimum six months of job-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements a nutritional plan based on patient assessment and physician orders.
• Instructs home care staff on nutrition counseling and dietary plans.
• Communicates with the care team and documents activities in the medical record.
• Maintains confidentiality and safety of patient records.
• Attends case conferences and team meetings.
• Follows organizational policies and compliance requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

EMR proficiency

Numerical calculations

Clinical documentation interpretation

Team communication

Education

Master's degree in nutrition or dietetics

CT RD license

Driver's license

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Western CT Home Care Inc. is seeking a registered dietitian to plan, implement, and monitor nutrition care for home health patients in Connecticut.

You will collaborate with physicians and the home care team, document findings, and provide patient and caregiver education in home visits. The role requires a master’s degree in nutrition or dietetics, CT RD licensure, and at least six months of related experience, with an emphasis on using electronic medical records and maintaining patient