Outpatient Clinical Dietitian PRN

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

To serve as a model of excellence in nutrition knowledge and kidney care.  Communicates regularly with the renal health care team and others to facilitate collaborative planning for the treatment and follow-up of patients with nutrition related disorders including diabetes. Collaborates with community partners and the health care team in identifying the educational and medical needs of people with ESRD, diabetes and other nutrition related conditions.  Ensures that clients receive appropriate continuing care and prevention of long-term complications associated with dialysis.  Participate in outreach programs and activities, including support groups, screenings, training programs and the development of educational equipment.

LICENSURE

            Must possess a current license from the Texas State Board of Examiners of Dietitians.

EQUIPMENT

            Working knowledge of audiovisual equipment.  Basic computer knowledge is required.