Dietitian (Clinical)

This position is located in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Leavenworth, KS (VISN 15). The Dietitian is responsible for independently planning, developing and directing all nutritional care activities for assigned veterans, including those with complex medical and nutritional needs.

• Conducts nutrition assessments for patients with lower acuity 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. - Documents MNT in the medical record using the Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention, Monitoring, Evaluation (ADIME) format. - Calculates nutrient requirements and necessary diet restrictions or food and drug interactions. - Identifies patients in need of nutritional support and recommends the appropriate mode of support, communicating appropriately with the health care team. - Actively participates in formal and informal interdisciplinary team meetings. Completes care plans/Minimum Data Set (MOS) within established timeframes. - Assesses educational needs and provides nutrition education/counseling for individuals and groups that is tailored to the Veteran(s). - Maintains productivity standards. - Maintains accurate record keeping of daily clinical activities and complete patient encounters using approved systems. - Utilizes virtual care technology to improve access to care. Work Schedule: 8:00 am to 4:30pm Telework: Ad-Hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: PD99500S, PD99501S, and PD99502S