*Dietitian II Job in Nashville, Tennessee US
*Dietitian II
Assesses nutrition status of patients at nutrition risk. Develops, implements and evaluates of nutrition care plan for patients at nutrition risk. Monitors and initiates changes in care plans as required, ensuring appropriate use of oral, enteral, and parenteral regimens. Develops, implements and evaluates nutrition education and counseling for patients/families and groups. Participates in the training of dietetic interns and other health care professionals. Participates in clinical nutrition outcomes research and conducts independent research in practice area. Key Functions and Expected Performances: Initiates nutrition assessment and nutrition care plans for patients with complex medical conditions, including those on enteral and/or parenteral nutrition support, using the Nutrition Care Process. Collects data, including data from physical exam, and compares to evidence-based criteria, relevant norms and standards. Determines comparative standards and patients