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Full-Time

Registered Dietitian

Updated on 10/11/2024

Fresenius Medical Care

Fresenius Medical Care

Provides dialysis and renal healthcare services

Healthcare

Entry, Junior

Sioux City, IA, USA

Position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community.

Category
Nursing & Allied Health Professionals
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Required Skills
Management
Requirements
  • Registered Dietitian as per Commission on Dietetic Registration
  • Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition encouraged.
  • Current state licensure if applicable.
  • Minimum of 1-year professional work experience in clinical nutrition as a Registered Dietitian.
  • Basic computer skills required.
Responsibilities
  • Assesses patient’s knowledge of diet and kidney disease and provides education appropriate to patient’s learning needs regarding the relationship of diet and kidney disease and the impact on the treatment process.
  • Provides patient specific detailed education to patient/family/caregiver regarding nutritional status, adequacy measures and results, fluid status, and all nutrition related lab parameters pertaining to their disease process.
  • Completes nutritional assessment and participates in the interdisciplinary comprehensive assessments.
  • Participates with the interdisciplinary team in the development of a written, individualized comprehensive plan of care that specifies the services necessary to address the patient’s needs, in accordance with established Federal and, where applicable, state licensure guidelines.
  • Calculates diet prescription according to standard of practice.
  • Completes progress notes on all chronic dialysis patients according to established FMCNA guidelines. Maintains complete and accurate documentation of all appropriate information in medical record according to established FMCNA policies and Federal and state regulations.
  • Provides patient with ongoing nutrition assessment and outcome-oriented nutrition counseling necessary to assist patient in achieving and sustaining an effective nutritional status.
  • Identifies malnourished patients as well as patients at risk for malnutrition and works collaboratively with interdisciplinary team to identify appropriate interventions, resources or solutions. Reviews each patient’s albumin level and body weight at least monthly. Implements plan of care with involvement of patient/family/caregiver.
  • Monitors adherence and response to nutrition therapy, adjusts therapy as needed to achieve and sustain an effective nutritional status, documents why the patient was unable to achieve the goals and implements the plan of care to address issues impacting the patient’s ability to achieve the goals.
  • Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team on Urea Kinetic Modeling recommendations to achieve the physician’s prescription of Kt/V.
  • Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team on management and recommendations for mineral metabolism and renal bone disease, anemia and iron status, nutritional status, psychosocial status, vascular access, modality, rehabilitation status and sodium/volume control.
  • Adheres to FMCNA algorithm and medical record policies.
  • Reports on nutrition QAI results and participates in the interdisciplinary QAI program.
  • Collaborates and coordinates with team members in provision of Pre-ESRD education as appropriate.
  • When appropriate, works with Case Manager to coordinate plan of care for patient education and identifies candidates to refer to physician for nutritional supplements, as per disease management agreements.
  • Reviews nutrition related lab results:
  • Counsels patient and/or caregiver and formulates appropriate action.
  • Recommends treatment changes to the interdisciplinary team as appropriate.
  • Communicates with physician and/or facility staff regarding lab results as appropriate.
  • Communicates lab results and recommended treatment changes to providers of patient care in nursing facilities (i.e., hospitals, short term and long-term care facilities).
  • Participates in pertinent staff meetings (i.e., general staff, quality improvement), Care plan meetings, and others as applicable.
  • Consults with FMS Corporate Dietitian regarding nutrition concerns as needed.
  • Maintains and improves knowledge and skills for a competent and innovative practice.
  • Maintains dietetic registration and continuing education hours as specified by American Dietetic Association and state licensure regulations where applicable.
  • Collaborates with interdisciplinary team, ensuring that all work areas are safe and clean.
  • Other nutrition management duties as assigned.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Fresenius Medical Care

Fresenius Medical Care

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Fresenius Medical Care North America focuses on delivering high-quality healthcare services to individuals with kidney and other chronic conditions. The company operates a vast network of dialysis centers and outpatient labs for cardiac and vascular care, ensuring coordinated treatment for many patients across the continent. It stands out as the largest fully integrated renal company, providing not only dialysis services but also specialty pharmacy and laboratory services. Additionally, Fresenius manufactures and distributes a wide range of dialysis equipment, disposable products, and renal pharmaceuticals. The goal of Fresenius Medical Care is to enhance the quality of life for patients with chronic illnesses by providing comprehensive and accessible healthcare solutions.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$39.1M

Headquarters

Waltham, Massachusetts

Founded

N/A

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • FMCNA's leadership in the renal care market provides employees with a stable and reputable work environment.
  • The company's innovative initiatives, such as the virtual reality kidney education program, demonstrate a commitment to leveraging technology for patient care.
  • Recognition from Newsweek and other organizations highlights FMCNA's positive workplace culture and investment in employee development.

What critics are saying

  • The highly regulated healthcare industry could pose compliance challenges and impact operational flexibility.
  • Dependence on government grants and funding, as seen with the Mississippi Department of Health grant, may introduce financial uncertainties.

What makes Fresenius Medical Care unique

  • Fresenius Medical Care North America (FMCNA) is the world's largest fully integrated renal company, offering a comprehensive line of dialysis equipment, disposable products, and renal pharmaceuticals.
  • Their extensive network of dialysis facilities and outpatient cardiac and vascular labs provides coordinated healthcare services at pivotal care points, setting them apart from competitors.
  • FMCNA's commitment to employee well-being and professional development has earned them a spot on Newsweek's 100 Most Loved Workplaces for two consecutive years.