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Functions as a leader in medical nutrition therapy, promoting wellness through optimal nutrition. Collaborates with physicians, nurses and other ancillary staff to provide optimal nutrition support. Functions as a member of the multi-disciplinary health care team screening and/or assessing newly admitted patients/residents to identify those at nutrition risk. Completes comprehensive medical nutrition therapy assessment for those patients identified at nutrition risk. Provides therapeutic diet education based on patient needs and literacy level. Develops and implements an appropriate plan of care. Develops through orientation and continuing education, and according to the American Dietetic Association standards of practice, knowledge and skills as appropriate for...