Renal Dietitian: Clinical Nutrition & Education

Fresenius Medical Care; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a Registered Dietitian to provide medical nutrition therapy for in-center and home patients, aiming to maximize nutritional status and improve outcomes.

The role involves educating patients and families, performing nutrition assessments, developing individualized care plans, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure adherence to regulatory guidelines. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year professional work experience in clinical nutrition as a Registered Dietitian.
• Renal nutrition experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organization and patient service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient's knowledge of diet and kidney disease and provides education appropriate to learning needs.
• Develops and documents individualized nutrition care plans.
• Monitors lab results and adjusts nutrition therapy accordingly.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team on QAI and care plans.
• Maintains accurate documentation in the medical record.

Skills

Dietary counseling

Nutrition education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

Registered Dietitian

State licensure (where applicable)

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a Registered Dietitian to provide medical nutrition therapy for in-center and home patients, aiming to maximize nutritional status and improve outcomes.

The role involves educating patients and families, performing nutrition assessments, developing individualized care plans, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure adherence to regulatory guidelines. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential.