Responsibilities:
Patient Care & Nutritional Assessment
- Manage both out-patients and in-patients in the paediatric oncology ward.
- Assess the child's health needs through anthropometric measurements including height, weight, and BMI.
- Identify the child's nutritional status and categorize their needs according to clinical assessment.
Diet Planning & Counselling
- Develop personalized diet plans based on medical condition and nutritional requirements.
- Involve families in diet planning to ensure compliance and better outcomes.
- Conduct weekly group counselling sessions and parent support meetings to promote nutritional awareness and coping strategies.
Aid Distribution & Program Implementation
- Distribute nutritional aid provided by Cuddles (ration kits, eggs, fruits, milk, dry fruits, etc.).
- Maintain detailed case records for each child for success mapping, monitoring, and evaluation.
- Use digital tools (like the FoodHeals App) to track and manage nutritional data effectively.
Team Collaboration & Development
- Represent Cuddles Foundation at the hospital and collaborate with doctors, nurses, and healthcare staff.
- Participate in internal training sessions and be open to assignments, feedback, and self-improvement.
- Stay updated with the latest research and developments in nutritional science.
Quality & Compliance
- Ensure patient satisfaction, adherence to nutritional plans, and regulatory compliance.
- Maintain efficiency in the delivery of care and documentation processes.
Requirements:
- Master's or Diploma in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics.
- Minimum 6-month internship in a multispecialty hospital.
- At least 2 years of work experience in a clinical setting.
- Fluency in English, Hindi, and Telugu.
- Willingness to commit to a minimum 18-month tenure.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team with a strong work ethic.
