Renal Dietitian: Dialysis Nutrition & Care

Fresenius Medical Care; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a Registered Dietitian to provide nutritional services for in-center and home patients, contributing to improved clinical outcomes and participating in QEP/QAI initiatives.

The role requires assessing nutrition needs, developing individualized plans, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to manage renal nutrition and related parameters. Candidates should have RD credentials and licensure, with renal specialization encouraged.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian with licensure as required
• Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition encouraged
• Current state licensure if applicable

Responsibilities

• Assess patient knowledge of diet and kidney disease; educate on diet and treatment impact
• Provide patient-specific nutrition education to patient, family, and caregivers
• Complete nutritional assessments and participate in interdisciplinary care planning
• Calculate diet prescriptions per standard of practice; document in medical records
• Monitor nutrition therapy and adjust plan to achieve goals
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team on mineral metabolism and renal disease management
• Report nutrition QAI results and participate in related activities
• Coordinate patient education with Case Manager as appropriate

Skills

Leadership

Teaching

Organizational skills

Communication

Customer service

Relationship development

Results orientation

Team building

Decision making

Minimal supervision

Basic computer skills

Education

Registered Dietitian

Renal nutrition certification encouraged

State licensure (if applicable)

Tools

N/A

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a Registered Dietitian to provide nutritional services for in-center and home patients, contributing to improved clinical outcomes and participating in QEP/QAI initiatives.

The role requires assessing nutrition needs, developing individualized plans, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to manage renal nutrition and related parameters. Candidates should have RD credentials and licensure, with renal specialization encouraged.