Dietitian (Clinical)

Summary This position is located with Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, TX. Dietitian (Clinical) will be involved in the professional practice of dietetics in accordance with the guidance set forth in directives, policies and procedures of dietetics. Responsibilities The duties of the Dietitian (Clinical) include but are not limited to: Conducts comprehensive nutrition assessments using the Nutritional Care Process (NCP), including nutrition focused physical examinations, to establish a nutrition diagnosis and determine risk and/or degree of malnutrition. Develops and implements Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to address the nutrition diagnosis, evaluates and monitors the effectiveness and outcomes of MNT interventions. Modifies the plan as needed to achieve positive patient outcomes. Calculates nutrient requirements and necessary diet restrictions or food and drug interactions tailoring the diet prescription to each individual patient. Documents MNT in the medical recor...