Student Dietitian Clinical Placement
Overview
The Student Dietitian Clinical Placement at Fresenius Medical Care provides support to the organization's mission and vision, adhering to the Compliance Program and regulatory requirements. The role involves supporting the Renal Dietitian in providing medical nutrition therapy for patients under the supervision of a registered dietitian.
Job Description
- Under direct guidance of the Renal Dietitian, review of Renal Nutrition Basics and other applicable components of the Orientation and Training requirements of staff dietitians
- Review the typical workflow for the Renal Dietitian, and/or Role of the RD
- Conduct a nutrition interview with a patient
- Calculate a diet prescription recommendation
- Provide nutrition counseling to patient/designated caregiver on the prescribed renal diet
- Collect data for initial, 90 day, semi-annual (if applicable by State), and annual Comprehensive Interdisciplinary Assessments
- Aid in the development and implementation of nutrition plan of care
- Review monthly nutrition data with patients and/or designated caregivers
- Practice writing monthly nutrition progress notes
- Provide input to the development and implementation of nutrition plan of care
- Create nutrition related projects for patients or staff (such as, bulletin board, patient/staff education handouts, games, lobby activity)
- Attend Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement and /or other interdisciplinary team meetings with the registered dietitian, and participate as appropriate
Success Profile
A successful candidate must be enrolled in a Dietetic Internship or a university-based Coordinated Program in Dietetics accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). They should possess excellent communication, problem-solving, and compassionate skills, along with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Rewards
Fresenius Medical Care offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support employees in achieving their best performance. Benefits include flexibility, choice, and support to help you thrive in your role.
Connect
To apply for this position, interested candidates can submit their resume and cover letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications. Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.