- Making home or inpatient visits to assess the nutritional needs of hospice patients and to plan a suitable diet that is consistent with the patient’s needs.
- Providing in-service education of members of the patient care team
- Teaching patients and families to prepare attractive meals
- Preparing a written plan for dietary care as part of the interdisciplinary plan of care
- Meeting with the interdisciplinary team whenever acting as a consultant to the patient/family
QUALIFICATIONS
- Qualified candidates must have two years minimum experience; one of which is in a community health agency with consultant and teaching responsibilities.
- Must have adequate transportation.
EDUCATION
- Baccalaureate degree from a program approved by the American Dietetic Association.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES