Nutritionist

Job Title: Nutritionist, Project employment

Qualification : Degree in Clinical Nutrition/Dietetics from a recognized institution.

Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years experience in pediatric or oncology nutrition preferred.

Job Specific Competencies and Knowledge: Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team, good communication skills, and familiarity with nutrition software.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Daily Rounds and Clinical Support

• Participate in daily ward rounds with the hospital team and the paediatric haemato-oncologist.
• Collaborate actively in patient reviews and multidisciplinary discussions.
• Assist in identifying patients requiring nutritional intervention based on grade of malnutrition, treatment plan, and clinical status.

2. Nutritional Screening and Assessment

• Conduct nutritional screening for all new in-patients and follow-up assessments during hospitalization.
• Calculate nutritional requirements, assess tolerance, and develop individualized nutrition plans.
• Make recommendations to the prescribing doctor based on findings.

3. Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition Management

• Discuss PN/EN indications with the treating physician.
• After medical approval, develop diet/feeding recommendations.
• Raise diet indents of in-patients and send to the dietary department.
• Ensure appropriate documentation: written orders, signed EN/PN plans, and chart notes.

4. Outpatient Department (OPD) Services

• Conduct daily OPD consultations for nutrition-related concerns.
• Monitor growth, dietary compliance, and provide recommendations for nutritional rehabilitation and support.

5. Diet Counselling and Caregiver Education

• Provide individualized diet counselling for both in-patients and OPD attendees.
• Educate caregivers on feeding techniques, transition diets, and post-discharge plans.
• Participate in parent/caregiver support group sessions when scheduled.

6. Follow-Up and Monitoring

• Coordinate follow-up care for patients discharged with NG feeds.
• Monitor patient progress, complications, and adjust plans after consulting the doctor.

7. Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in patient files and the Cuddles FoodHeals app.
• Submit patient logs, intervention outcomes, and follow-up reports as required.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher

Pay: ₹28,000.00 - ₹32,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person