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About this Job: General Summary of Position Responsible for developing implementing and conducting outpatient oncology nutrition services to the Washington Cancer Institute(WCI) by offering nutrition consultation services for patients/family members and serving as resource to the medical nursing and administrative staff. Coordinates community education outreach and research initiatives in nutrition as part of WCI's cancer control and community outreach programs. Monitors the effectiveness of the WCI Nutrition Program prepares various administrative reports and serves on relevant committees. Establishes and maintains quality nutrition programs and standards in compliance with MWHC policies and procedures and regulatory agencies. Primary Duties and Responsibilities • Plans and implements Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) consistent with the needs goals and comprehension level of patients. Provides counseling for patients and their families demonstrating knowledge of age disease-specific physiological and psychosocial development and cultural considerations., • Monitors patient progress and develops follow-up recommendations for continuing nutrition care., • Confers with medical and nursing staff in coordinating patient nutritional care. Participates in medical rounds/conferences. Conducts nutrition in-service for medical staff (including residents medical students and nurses)., • Continuously evaluates the delivery of nutritional services and referral process and provides input to the Patient Support Services Department Head about workflow procedures and implementation of these procedures and other policies and decisions as needed., • Contributes to WCI's Nutrition Program Plan by suggesting/developing new programs/systems to improve the quality of patient care efficiently., • Prepares and submits quarterly reports to various committees and administration., • Demonstrates effective communication skills with all team members patients and families through conferences charting individual consultation and participating in interdisciplinary committees and projects., • Supports adherence to nutritional service policies and procedures to ensure compliance with JCAHO and MWHC. This includes periodically reviewing charts to ensure compliance with established standards of care JCAHO and MWHC & WCI policies and procedures., • Establishes annual goals in line with patient needs MedStar and departmental goals. Sets priorities and deadlines for completion of these goals., • Maintains routine communication with Department Head regarding status of clinical programs and other programmatic needs. Collaborates with department staff to ensure optimal delivery of nutrition to patients., • Develops and presents lectures/presentations/health fairs for employees healthcare Professionals and the public., • Bachelor's degree in an American Dietetics Association approved program in Dietetics with completion of an internship required Experience, • 1-2 years of previous experience providing nutrition therapy in a clinical setting preferably in acute care (as obtained in dietetics internship) required, • Oncology experience preferred Licenses and Certifications, • Dietitian DC DOH - DIETDC required, • RD - Registered Dietician by the American Dietetic Association as a Dietitian required, • Certification in Oncology Nutrition preferred This position has a hiring range of : USD $74,214.00 - USD $134,596.00 /Yr.

Job DescriptionDescription: Job Title: Registered Dietitian Location: The Residence at Kenilworth Washington, DC 20019 Hours: Full Time Job Summary: Seeking a Registered Dietician to join The Residence of Kenilworth Park team and support our residents. As a member of our Dietary Team, the Dietician provides caring and compassionate services to our residents through nutrition education and assessment of individual nutritional needs. Duties and Responsibilities: Perform nutrition assessments, annual and quarterly reviews, interim assessments for residents with compromised nutritional status. • Participate in care plan development, meal observation, and resident/family, visitation., • Provide nutrition education: Advise patients and their families on nutritional principles, dietary plans, diet modifications, and food selection and preparation. Counsel individuals and groups on basic rules of good nutrition, healthy eating habits, and nutrition monitoring to improve their quality of life., • Care Planning: Assess nutritional needs, diet restrictions and current health plans to develop and implement dietary-care plans and provide nutritional counseling. Consult with physicians and health care personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of patient or client. Attend resident care planning meetings as needed; be an active member of the Interdisciplinary Team and participate in pertinent meeting as needed., • Clinical focus: Assess resident weight changes and provide a written report to Nursing Services on a monthly basis: Upon notification from the Nursing staff of weight change, the Registered Dietitian shall assess weight change/significant weight change and implement appropriate interventions; attend weight risk meetings., • Staff Education: Conduct in-service Education for the facility staff, participate in new employee orientation., • Serve as a resource to the Foodservice Department., • · Be familiar with and follow protocols, policies and practices established by HallKeen Assisted Living, the Food Service Director, ServSafe, Board of Health and any others as applicable., • · Perform other duties as requested or assigned. Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: Must have a valid State of Maryland Registered Dietitian License Required Behavior: · Able to build positive and strong relationships with employees, coworkers, Residents, families and guests. · Able to handle multiple tasks and priorities Benefits: Full time position offers a competitive benefit program to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Home and Auto Discount program, Vendor Discount Program, 401(k) with matching contribution, Accrued Vacation, Sick, and Personal time and Paid Holiday Benefit. Employee referral bonus, and resident referral bonus.

Job DescriptionDescription: Department: Administrative Reports To: Executive Director Status: Non-exempt Job Summary The Dietician provides caring and compassionate services to our residents through nutrition education and assessment of individual nutritional needs. The Dietician leads assigned programs that are of interest and meaning to our residents in order to enhance their lives and exceed their active aging lifestyle expectations. Duties and Responsibilities The following essential functions are the fundamental job duties of the position to be completed with or without appropriate reasonable accommodation. • Participate in care plan development, meal observation, and resident/family, visitation., • Provide nutrition education: Advise patients and their families on nutritional principles, dietary plans, diet modifications, and food selection and preparation. Counsel individuals and groups on basic rules of good nutrition, healthy eating habits, and nutrition monitoring to improve their quality of life., • Care Planning: Assess nutritional needs, diet restrictions and current health plans to develop and implement dietary-care plans and provide nutritional counseling. Consult with physicians and health care personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of patient or client. Attend resident care planning meetings as needed; be an active member of the Interdisciplinary Team and participate in pertinent meeting as needed., • Clinical focus: Assess resident weight changes and provide a written report to Nursing Services on a monthly basis: Upon notification from the Nursing staff of weight change, the Registered Dietitian shall assess weight change/significant weight change and implement appropriate interventions; attend weight risk meetings., • Staff Education: Conduct in-service Education for the facility staff, participate in new employee orientation., • Serve as a resource to the Foodservice Department., • Be familiar with and follow protocols, policies and practices established by HallKeen Assisted Living, the Food Service Director, ServSafe, Board of Health and any others as applicable., • Perform other duties as requested or assigned. Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: Must have a valid State of Maryland Registered Dietitian License Required Behavior: · Able to build positive and strong relationships with employees, coworkers, Residents, families and guests. · Able to handle multiple tasks and priorities Benefits: Full time position offers a competitive benefit program to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Home and Auto Discount program, Vendor Discount Program, 401(k) with matching contribution, Accrued Vacation, Sick, and Personal time and Paid Holiday Benefit. Employee referral bonus, and resident referral bonus.

Job Description JOB TITLE: Registered Dietician Nutritionist FLSA: Exempt GRADE: 9 REPORTS TO: DOC Medical Director INTRODUCTION Unity Health Care provides comprehensive health care services at the DC correctional facilities. As part of Unity’s responsibilities, they are required to provide evaluation and assessment of medical diets provided by the correctional food vendor. They also have a small number of patients with specific conditions who need nutrition assessment and counseling. A part-time registered dietician nutritionist is needed to fulfill these functions for approximately 2 hours/week or 8 hours/month. MAJOR DUTIES Summary of Responsibilities 1. Diet/menu evaluation § Evaluate all diets served at DC correctional facilities for nutritional adequacy, at least annually or whenever the menu is changed substantially. § Provide a report of the evaluation findings. § Monitor the effectiveness and appropriateness of therapeutic diets served at DC correctional facilities 2. Nutritional Instructions & Education: § Provide tailored nutrition education to patients receiving dialysis treatment § Educate patients about nutrition 3. Nutrition Care Planning: § Provide dietary consultations requested by providers including severe allergies, nutritional assessment & recommendations develop personalized meal plans for patients with complex comorbidities, evaluate dietary needs, and offer recommendations to address specific health concerns in pregnant patients or achieve specific goals, such as weight management or managing chronic conditions. § Develop and implement nutritional care plans for high-risk patients, such as those receiving dialysis treatment. § Provide follow-up instructions to ensure health and nutritional needs are met. 4. Coordination with Healthcare Team: § Collaborate with healthcare members to ensure comprehensive patient care. 5. Monitoring & Documentation: § Document nutrition education and counseling services in patients' medical records. § Review and interpret lab results to identify nutritional deficiencies or markers of chronic disease. 6. Research & Development: § Stay updated with current research and evidence-based practices in nutrition. § Participate in programmatic data collection and report preparation. 7. Performs other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS · Bachelors of Science degree in Food and Nutrition required. · Masters of Science in Food and Nutrition or related area preferred. · Current Registered Dietitian DC License Required. · Registered Dietitian with the American Dietetic Association. KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION · Bachelor’s-level candidate must have a minimum of two years of clinical experience. · Master’s candidate must have a minimum of one year of clinical experience, preferably in the area of chronic diseases. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS This position reports directly to the DOC Medical Director GUIDELINES This position abides by all rules and regulations set forth by applicable licensing and regulatory bodies, as well as UHC policies and Procedures. PERSONAL CONTACTS This position has primary contact with the clients and employees of Unity Health Care. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Refer to attached ADA requirements. WORK ENVIRONMENT Refer to attached ADA requirements. OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS The incumbent must be able to balance the needs of diverse constituencies on a daily basis. RISKS The position involves everyday risk and discomfort, which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meetings, training rooms, and other UHC health Care Sites. The work area is adequately lit, heated, and ventilated. The position requires contact with staff at all levels throughout the organization. There are also external organizational relationships that may be a part of the work of this individual. All medical services shall be provided according to medically accepted community standards of care. The employee shall provide evidence of a recent (within the past twelve (12) months) health assessment that includes a PPD and/or chest x-ray results. The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.

Job Description Care Advantage, Inc. is looking for multiple Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) across Virginia to support our growing High Acuity Division. Our care teams provide one-on-one care in clients' homes to provide the best care possible to our patients. Our goal is to decrease depression and mitigate cognitive impairment with specialized care plans developed by our Registered Nurses while keeping our patients safe and comfortable in their own homes. Join our team and take the first step towards a career in care! This position offers some great benefits and opportunities, including: • Rewarding career path, • Opportunity for quarterly and annual bonuses based on performance, • $500 friend referral bonus, • Employee recognition programs, • Paid in-service training, • Overtime opportunities, • Provide and implement direct patient care, • Provide accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care, • Assess and provide family/caregiver education and information, • Assist the RN or physician in performing specialized procedures and duties, which include preparing equipment and materials for treatments, observing aseptic technique as required, and assisting the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques, • Eligible to work in the United States, • CPR Certification and PPD Certification, • 1+ year experience as an LPN, • Valid LPN License with at least (1) one year of work experience, • Valid Driver's license Location: [22303,22314,22305,22315,22310,22332,22333,22312,22301,22307,22304,22350,22311,22320,22334,22313,22309,22308,20598,22331,22302,22306] Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description INTRODUCTION Unity Health Care has launched a Food Pharmacy Program, a collaborative effort with Capitol Area Food Bank, to combat food insecurity for senior patients aged 65 years of age and older. The Food Pharmacy will target seniors who have hypertension, diabetes and/or obesity at Unity’s East of the River health center site. Under the supervision of the Medical Director, the Nutritionist will provide patient nutrition education and consultation. Also, the nutritionist will determine and prioritize the nutritional risks of clients based on established priority factors. MAJOR DUTIES • Provides nutritional instructions to patients 65+ living with hypertension, diabetes and/or obesity., • Disseminates Unity-CAFB designed toolkit that promotes health education around healthy foods etc.,, • Provides nutrition-based patient health education on tailored food prescription to address the patient's medical and nutritional needs, taking into consideration food preferences and cultural background., • Develops nutritional care plans for designated high-risk individuals and provides follow-up instructions, as required, to assure that the health and nutritional needs of the clients are adequately addressed., • Coordinates nutritional care with other health care members in order to ensure comprehensive medical and social services for clients, including referrals for related services, such as Food Stamps, Medicaid benefits, as required., • Keeps abreast of current research findings in nutrition health education and related nutritional needs to assure that appropriate and up to date intervention strategies are provided to participants., • Reviews patient’s medical records for medical history, laboratory results in order to provide nutritional instructions and develop an appropriate and feasible meal plan., • Participates in Food Pharmacy related meetings to provide ongoing patient progress/overall updates., • Assures that nutrition education, patient engagement and counseling services are documented, as appropriate in the medical record., • Bachelor’s of Science degree in Food and Nutrition required., • Master’s of Science in Food and Nutrition or related area preferred., • Current Registered Dietitian DC License., • Current Registered Dietician License preferred., • Bachelor’s-level candidate must have minimum of two years of clinical experience. This position reports directly to the Medical Director, East of the River GUIDELINES This position abides by all rules and regulations set forth by applicable licensing and regulatory bodies, as well as UHC policies and Procedures. PERSONAL CONTACTS: This position has primary contact with the clients and employees of Unity Health Care. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Refer to attached ADA requirements. WORK ENVIRONMENT Refer to attached ADA requirements. OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS The incumbent must be able to balance the needs of diverse constituencies on a daily basis. RISKS The position involves everyday risk and discomfort, which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meetings, training rooms, and other UHC health Care Sites. The work area is adequately lit, heated, and ventilated. The position requires contact with staff at all levels throughout the organization. There are also external organizational relationships that may be a part of the work of this individual. All medical services shall be provided according to medically accepted community standards of care. The employee shall provide evidence of a recent (within the past twelve (12) months) health assessment that includes a PPD and/or chest x-ray results. The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.