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Renal Dietitian

U.S. Renal Care

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#Patient Care #Healthcare #Therapeutic Diets #Clinical Nutrition #Commission on Dietetic Registration #QAPI #Kidney Disease #RDN #Medical Nutrition Therapy #RD #CKD-Mineral and Bone Disorder #Renal Dietitian

Full Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 1 day ago

Location (8)

Madison, Florida

Locations

8 listed locations

Madison, FloridaTallahassee, FloridaAdel, GeorgiaLake Park, GeorgiaLanier County, GeorgiaLowndes County, GeorgiaQuitman, GeorgiaValdosta, Georgia

Quick overview

The Renal Dietitian provides science-based nutritional care and therapeutic diet recommendations for patients with kidney disease. They collaborate with an interdisciplinary medical team and participate in quality improvement activities to optimize patient outcomes.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be a Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) with a bachelor's or advanced degree and a valid state license. A minimum of one year of experience in clinical nutrition is required.

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Job description

The Renal Dietitian position is for our Central Valdosta Clinic, located at 506 N Patterson St, Valdosta, GA 31601, and our Adel Clinic, located at 701 N Hutchinson Ave, Adel, GA 31620.

How you'll change lives

As a Dietitian at U.S. Renal Care, you will be an integral part of an interdisciplinary team, providing excellent care for patients living with kidney disease. U.S. Renal care dietitians work under the supervision of a RDN Regional Manager.

What you'll be doing

Patient Nutrition. Using the most current, science-based practices, you will recommend therapeutic diets based on patient nutritional needs, preferences, and changes in treatment, in consultation with the patient's physician. You will review lab results and provide appropriate education for nutritional interventions on such topics as fluid and sodium, potassium, and CKD-Mineral and Bone Disorder management. You will also conduct patient assessments and care planning activities, as well as participating in monthly interdisciplinary patient care conferences.

Teamwork. You will collaborate with the Medical Director, physician/advanced practice provider, facility administrator, social worker, nurse, and patient care technician to maintain positive relationships with area hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, agencies, vendors, and the community.

Safety & Quality. You will help with clinical and operational processes, with a focus on improving patient health and achieving target goals for patient outcomes. You will also help maintain a productive quality assurance program and participate in monthly Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities.

What we're looking for
Current Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) certification showing proof of registration with Commission on Dietetic Registration (includes Baccalaureate or Advanced degree).
Minimum of one-year experience in clinical nutrition as a Registered Dietitian.
Current Dietitian (LD/LDN) license in applicable state is required unless employed in the state of AZ, CA, CO, HI, IN, MI, NJ or VA. State certification (Certified Dietitian/Nutritionist) required in CT and NY. License must be maintained as current and in good standing.
Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Must have basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); proficiency in all company clinical applications required within 90 days of hire.
Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state.

Are you ready to make a difference?

We're here to change the lives of people with kidney disease and shape the future of kidney care. We still have much work ahead. If you desire to make a positive impact in the life of others and pursue a fulfilling career in healthcare, we invite you to join our team at U.S. Renal Care!

Are you with US? Apply today!