Transplant Dietitian, Advanced Heart Failure

Welcome to Piedmont Healthcare, a leading healthcare system dedicated to providing exceptional care to our patients. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Transplant Dietitian to join our team and provide specialized nutritional care to patients with Advanced Heart Failure. As a Transplant Dietitian, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the health and well-being of our patients through personalized nutrition plans and education. To excel in this role, you must have a strong background in nutrition, experience working with transplant patients, and a passion for helping others. Join us at Piedmont Healthcare and make a difference in the lives of those fighting advanced heart failure.

1. Develop and implement personalized nutrition plans for patients with Advanced Heart Failure undergoing transplantation.
2. Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments to determine patients' specific dietary needs and requirements.
3. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
4. Provide education and counseling to patients and their families on proper nutrition, dietary modifications, and lifestyle changes.
5. Monitor patients' progress and adjust nutrition plans as needed to ensure optimal outcomes.
6. Stay up-to-date with the latest research and developments in the field of transplant nutrition to provide evidence-based care.
7. Communicate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and ensure a multidisciplinary approach to patient treatment.
8. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and progress.
9. Adhere to all regulatory and safety standards related to nutrition and patient care.
10. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of best practices for transplant nutrition.
11. Demonstrate compassion, empathy, and sensitivity to patients and their families during a challenging and vulnerable time.
12. Serve as a resource and educator for colleagues and staff on transplant nutrition.
13. Attend conferences, seminars, and educational events to enhance knowledge and skills in transplant nutrition.
14. Uphold the values and mission of Piedmont Healthcare by providing exceptional care and service to all patients.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Transplant Dietitian, Advanced Heart Failure in Atlanta, GA, USA is $64,000 - $80,000 per year. This can vary depending on the specific employer, experience level, and additional certifications or qualifications. Generally, advanced heart failure dietitians tend to have higher salaries compared to general dietitians due to the specialized nature of their work.

A private, not-for-profit organization with 800 locations serving 2.5 million patients across Georgia, Piedmont is transforming healthcare, creating a destination known for the best clinicians and a one-of-a-kind experience that always puts patients first. Today, more than 110 years since it was founded, Piedmont is known as a leading health system in treatment of heart disease, organ transplantation and cancer care with 11 hospitals, 27 urgent care centers, 28 Piedmont QuickCare locations, 555 Piedmont Clinic physician practice locations and more than 2,300 Piedmont Clinic members.