Renal Dietician
Fresenius Medical Care, Mount Pleasant, TX
(Full time)

Division:  Fresenius Medical Services

Fresenius Medical Care North America (FMCNA) has been a global leader in dialysis for over 25 years. With over 2,000 clinics located in communities all across North America, servicing over 161,000 patients, we have a singular focus on dialysis and a determination to help our patients live their lives to the fullest. If you are passionate about your profession and are looking to begin or continue a successful career that will truly make a difference then FMCNA is the place for you.

Description
 

Description:  

Provide nutritional services for the facilitys in-center and home patients as applicable in order to maximize the patients nutritional status and improve clinical outcomes. Assess patients knowledge of diet and kidney disease and provide education regarding their relationship and impact on the treatment process; provide patient specific detailed education to patient and family regarding nutritional status, adequacy measures and results, and all nutrition related lab parameters related to their disease process; complete nutritional assessments and progress notes on all chronic renal patients according to established guidelines. Document all appropriate information in medical record according to established company policies and government regulations; collaborate with physicians and nursing staff; monitor patient adherence and response to nutrition therapy; and participate in multidisciplinary care plan program.
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Requirements
 

Education: Masters Degree, or equivalent, in Dietetics or Nutrition, including courses in medical nutritional therapy and food service system management
Registered Dietitian, as per Commission on Dietetic Registration

Experience: At least two years in clinical nutrition as a Dietitian, including leadership role
Skills: Assess patients nutritional risk and evaluate nutritional status re: need for future intervention; teach diabetic classes; provide nutritional counseling and education; serve as member of interdisciplinary team.

BENEFITS:  

We offer a generous compensation and benefits package that includes medical and dental, 401K match, profit sharing, short and long term disability, tuition reimbursement, and a generous Paid Time Off program!

Fresenius Medical Care North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 
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