Key Responsibilities 1 Nutrition Assessment Planning Conduct detailed nutritional assessments for senior citizens focusing on age-related needs and medical conditions Develop personalized diet charts for elders with chronic conditions such as diabetes hypertension cardiac issues arthritis renal concerns and gastrointestinal disorders Modify diets based on appetite changes mobility limitations digestive issues and medication schedules 2 Ongoing Monitoring Review Regularly track progress and adjust meal plans to ensure optimal nutritional balance Monitor weight changes hydration levels blood sugar patterns digestion and energy levels Provide periodic reviews for caregivers and family members 3 Collaboration Communication Work closely with doctors nurses physiotherapists and caregivers to provide a holistic elder-care plan Guide Emopract s field team and family members on food preparation portion size and protected handling of meals 4 Elder-Specific Dietary Guidance Plan diets supporting common elder needs immunity bone health heart health digestive ease muscle strength and cognitive wellbeing Address special issues such as poor appetite chewing or swallowing difficulties nutrient deficiencies and dehydration risk 5 Documentation Reporting Maintain accurate records of assessments plans and progress updates Provide monthly or weekly reports as required for family consultations or medical reviews 6 Education Counselling Conduct short counselling sessions for elders and their families regarding healthy living safe foods meal timing and lifestyle practices Provide guidance for diet during clinical symptoms fever infections post-surgery recovery etc Skills Qualifications Bachelor s or Master s degree in Dietetics Nutrition Food Science Minimum 2 years of experience working with elder patients or in a clinical healthcare setting Strong understanding of age-related nutrition needs and medical diets Excellent communication and counselling skills ability to interact patiently with elders Ability to prepare easy-to-follow diet plans for caregivers Good documentation follow-up and tele-consultation skills Job Type Full-time Work Location In person
📌 Dietitian (West Bengal)
🏢 autumnArt
📍 West Bengal
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