Medical Nutrition Coordinator

Medical Nutrition Coordinator Join to apply for the Medical Nutrition Coordinator role at Lincare . This employee performs patient followup, generally responsible for the evaluation of patient adherence to physician orders. Job Responsibilities Provides patient education as an intricate part of the patient care activity, according to the patient need and policy. Performs complete and professional patient assessments in accordance with policies and procedures. Maintains current knowledge of enteral home care techniques and relevant enteral therapy concepts. Represents the company through professional personal appearance, patient care activities, and content of written reports. Gathers necessary information from referral source to ensure insurance coverage of each enteral patient. Follows up on necessary paperwork to ensure payment for services rendered. Maintains patient records in complete and organized manner in compliance with accreditation standards. Drives to admit, deliver, and pick up such items as enteral formula, feeding pump(s), IV poles, and/or related feeding supplies to patients' home or place of business. Provides patient care, treatment, and service in a continuous and coordinate manner in settings appropriate to meet patient needs. Promotes safe, effective patient and organizational environments, as well as feeding equipment use. Participates in ongoing education that includes in-services, training, and other activities to maintain and improve individual competence. Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Full-time Job Function Health Care Provider Industry Hospitals and Health Care Location Chesapeake, VA #J-18808-Ljbffr