Penda Health Nutritionist Jobs in Kenya

Penda Health Nutritionist Jobs in Kenya

Scope of work

Core mandate is establishing short and long-term health goals with patients, teaching the patients about health and nutrition and developing effective nutritional and exercise plans for patients.

Responsibilities:

Nutritional counseling and advice on therapeutic diets

Coordinate all phases of nutrition care including nutrition assessment, perform nutrition screenings, care planning, monitoring, education and counseling of patients in our Medical Centres

Confer with providers and nurses order to coordinate medical and nutritional needs

Determine nutritional needs: diet restrictions, such as low fat, salt free e.g., diabetes, kidney failure, hypertension and obesity

Formulate diet plans based on medical and physical condition of patients

Assess individual needs, develop nutritional care plans and instruct patients and their families in nutritional principles, dietary plans, food selection.

Prepare records and reports, evaluate, interpret, monitor and document the nutritional status and nutritional needs of patients using the established standards of care and practice guidelines

Develop, review, update and implement educational materials to meet the needs of patients and professionals

Provide personalized virtual nutritional health counseling and support in collaboration with Pigia Penda and medical centers for coordinated client care.

Develop and implement strategies to grow the clinic's reach and ensure its success.

Any other duty as assigned by the supervisor in line with the job description.

Perform your duties in the spirit of Penda’s Vision and Values.

Requirements:

Diploma in food, nutrition and dietetics

2 years working experience

Team player and great communication skills

How to Apply

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