Dietitian - Nutrition Therapy

Dietitian (Clinical)Employees in this assignment serve in a Dietitian (Clinical) full performance level position within the Clinical Section of NFS serving as the medical nutrition expert. They are autonomous in their work in applying evidenced-based nutrition practice guidelines for all patients, including those with complex medical and nutritional needs. Clinical Dietitians coordinate nutritional care of Veterans with other health care providers, the Veteran, the Veteran's caregiver, and the community. They interpret research and utilize whole health principles to develop patient-centered goals and improve outcomes.Core Clinical ResponsibilitiesConduct comprehensive nutrition assessments using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP), including nutrition-focused physical examinations.Identify nutrition diagnoses and determine malnutrition risk and severity.Develop, implement, monitor, and adjust Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) plans.Calculate individualized nutrient requirements, diet modifications, and potential food-drug interactions.Document care using the ADIME (Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention, Monitoring, Evaluation) format.Identify patients requiring nutrition support and make appropriate recommendations.Provide individualized and group nutrition education and counseling.Utilize virtual care technology to improve access to nutrition services.Patient Care & CollaborationParticipate actively in interdisciplinary healthcare team meetings.Communicate nutrition recommendations effectively with providers and care teams.Collaborate with Food Operations and department leadership to enhance the Veteran dining experience and patient satisfaction.Serve as a liaison between clinical units and Food Operations.Quality, Compliance & LeadershipMaintain accurate records of clinical activities and patient encounters.Support continuous improvement in the safety and quality of Veteran care.Lead and assist with implementation of new programs and initiatives.Use data to measure outcomes, evaluate performance, and initiate corrective actions.Ensure compliance with The Joint Commission and other accrediting agency standards.Maintain established productivity standards.Key Competencies DemonstratedClinical Nutrition AssessmentMedical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)Malnutrition Identification and ManagementNutrition Support (Enteral/Parenteral)Patient Education and CounselingInterdisciplinary Team CollaborationQuality Improvement and Performance MeasurementData Analysis and Outcome EvaluationRegulatory and Accreditation ComplianceClinical Documentation (ADIME)Virtual Healthcare DeliveryLeadership and Program ImplementationWork Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pmTelework: Ad-hocVirtual: This is not a virtual position.Functional Statement #: PD99530SRelocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized