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Description:
Plans, organizes, and conducts dietetic education for organization personnel. Functions as a member of the home care team with expertise in nutritional counseling.
Develops and implements a nutritional plan based on an assessment of nutritional needs. This plan is included in the patient’s plan of care.
• Evaluates and reports results of nutrition appropriately.
• Instructs home care personnel to:
• A. Provide appropriate counseling to individuals and families/caregivers in the home setting.
• B. Evaluate and instruct on nutritional principles, dietary plans, food selec¬tion and economics.
• C. Adapt plans to the individual's life style, as indicated.
• D. Reevaluate nutritional care by providing home follow-up care.
• Communicates appropriate dietary history and nutritional care data in the clinical record.
• Records subjective and objective information, assessment, and treatment plan, in the clinical notes including a discharge summary.
• Maintains the productivity standards of MHHR
• Completes and submits clinical documentation according to MHHR standards
• Communicates with clinician regarding patient’s progress and treatment goals.
• Maintains confidentiality and safety of patient clinical records.
• Complies with the Organization's policies and procedures.
• May perform other duties as required, assigned or deemed necessary by Maxim and/or the facility/client/supervisor.
Qualifications include:
Preferably, holds a Master's degree from an accredited institution with major in foods, nutrition, or dietetics, and successful completion of an internship or equivalent experience.
• Successfully completed courses in methods and principles of nutrition counseling.
• A member of and is registered in the American Dietetic Association.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR Certification.
Maxim employees are our greatest asset. We offer the following benefits:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Scheduling
• Direct Deposit
• Positive Work Environment and Internal Bonuses
• Travel Benefits (as applicable)
• 24 hour on- call service
Since 1988, Maxim Healthcare Services has become one of the largest employers of clinicians in the nation. At Maxim Staffing Solutions, a division of Maxim Healthcare Services, we’re known for our quality of patient care, commitment to employee development and emphasis on customer service. Maxim knows that you deserve great benefits, flexible scheduling and rewarding assignments, so our Healthcare Recruiters will match your skills, experience and schedule in order to find you the best assignments in top medical facilities. Maxim Recruiters are always available to provide you with the assistance you need to get your job done, so call us today; Maxim has a solution for you.
EOE/AAE
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