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Dietitian Associate

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DaVita

DaVita

10,001+ employees

Provides comprehensive kidney care services

Healthcare

Entry

Fayetteville, NC, USA + 1 more

More locations: Oak Ridge, TN, USA

Travel up to 30% as needed for patient needs, meetings, and trainings.

Category
Nursing & Allied Health Professionals
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a similar area and as required for registration
  • Registered Dietitian
  • May have less than 1 year clinical experience
  • State licensure or certification required if licensure or certification is available in the state where the facility is located. In states where licensure/certification is optional, a new hire or transfer dietitian will be allowed 120 days grace period to obtain the license/certification
  • Intermediate computer skills and proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook required as well as functional proficiency with DaVita specific applications within 60 days of employment.
  • Travel up to 30% as needed to meet patient needs, attend meetings and trainings, and provide cross-coverage support for the qualified renal dietitian overseeing patient assessments and POC.
Responsibilities
  • Evaluates on-going nutritional status to determine appropriate nutrition intervention(s) and recommendations. Consults physician regarding lab tests as needed.
  • Develops individualized Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for patients based on reported lab results and individualized goals.
  • Selects and develops nutrition education and counseling based on individualized patient needs, including nutrient requirements, knowledge and abilities, medical, economic, and social situation.
  • Utilizes Motivational Interviewing with patients in need of a behavior change on an ongoing basis.
  • Monitors nutritional status, laboratory values, dialysis adequacy, adherence to diet and response to nutrition related medications and therapy to determine appropriate nutrition intervention and recommendations.
  • Evaluates outcomes, identifies contributing factors and document interventions.
  • Contacts and collaborates with extended care facility staff, or other appropriate medical personnel or caregivers to facilitate adequate and appropriate nutritional care.
  • Functions as Mineral and Bone Disorder Manager.
  • Effectively communicates pertinent nutrition issues to the IDT and to patients.
  • Participates in patient care conferences and IDT meetings.
  • Presents nutrition related in-service for teammates at least annually.
  • Regularly consults with qualified renal dietitians (resident or above) and / or dietitian preceptor to support advanced or complex clinical renal nutrition and MBD situations.
  • Supports the qualified renal dietitian in collecting data for nutrition assessments, nutrition reassessments, and plan of care (POC), Facility Health Meeting in accordance with CMS regulations.
  • Supports the qualified renal dietitian by implementing the treatment and nutritional goals identified through the POC.

DaVita provides specialized healthcare services focused on kidney care, particularly for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage renal disease (ESRD). The company operates a network of dialysis centers where patients receive treatment, along with additional services like kidney health education and dietary guidance. DaVita's approach emphasizes value-based care, aiming to improve patient outcomes while managing healthcare costs. They utilize clinical metrics to monitor and enhance the effectiveness of treatments. Additionally, DaVita offers educational resources, such as Kidney Smart classes and risk quizzes, to empower patients in managing their kidney health. The company's goal is to create a more equitable and comprehensive kidney care system, fostering a supportive healthcare community.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Denver, Colorado

Founded

N/A

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • DaVita's promotion of David Maughan to COO indicates strong internal leadership and potential for strategic growth.
  • The company's involvement in community projects, such as building workforce apartments, showcases its commitment to social responsibility and employee well-being.
  • Recent investments from firms like Quest Partners LLC and Coldstream Capital Management Inc. reflect confidence in DaVita's financial stability and growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • DaVita's history of legal issues, including a recent $34 million settlement for kickback violations, could damage its reputation and financial standing.
  • The competitive landscape in kidney care and potential advancements in biotechnology, such as eGenesis' kidney transplant program, may pose challenges to DaVita's market position.

What makes DaVita unique

  • DaVita's focus on value-based, patient-centric care sets it apart in the kidney care sector, emphasizing improved patient outcomes and reduced healthcare costs.
  • The integration of educational resources like Kidney Smart classes and risk quizzes demonstrates DaVita's commitment to proactive kidney health management, unlike competitors who may focus solely on treatment.
  • DaVita's extensive network of dialysis centers and integrated care programs provide a comprehensive approach to kidney care, distinguishing it from providers with more fragmented services.

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