12 Nov
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Kauvery Hospital
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Salem
12 Nov
Kauvery Hospital
Salem
Position Overview The Senior Clinical Dietitian (8‑10 years of experience) will lead nutrition therapy programs, provide expert consults, and mentor junior dietitians within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Key Responsibilities
• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and develop individualized care plans for acute and chronic patients.
• Oversee and optimize enteral and parenteral nutrition support, ensuring compliance with evidence‑based guidelines.
• Lead the Nutrition Support Team, coordinating with physicians, pharmacists, and nursing staff.
• Provide education and training to staff on nutrition best practices and emerging research.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to policy development.
• Review and approve nutrition orders, monitoring outcomes and adjusting interventions as needed.
• Serve as a resource for complex cases,
including metabolic disorders and critical care nutrition. Qualifications
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field.
• Certified Nutrition Support Dietitian (CNSD) credential preferred.
• Active state dietetic registration (RD/RDN) and at least 8 years of clinical dietetics experience. Core Skills
• Expertise in clinical nutrition, enteral/parenteral therapy, and medical nutrition therapy.
• Robust analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems and nutrition software. Work Schedule
• Rotational shifts required; candidates must be willing to work varied hours, including nights and weekends.
📌 Senior Clinical Dietitian (Salem)
🏢 Kauvery Hospital
📍 Salem