Nutritionist at Tranquil Med Center

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct nutritional assessments for inpatients and outpatients, including dietary history, anthropometric measurements, and nutritional risk screening
• Develop individualized nutrition care plans tailored to patients’ psychiatric and medical needs
• Provide nutrition counseling and education to patients and caregivers
• Monitor patients’ nutritional status and adjust care plans as needed
• Support management of nutrition-related conditions such as metabolic syndrome, obesity, diabetes, and medication-related weight changes
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, and other clinicians as part of the multidisciplinary team
• Participate in ward rounds, case conferences, and care planning meetings
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and infection prevention standards
• Advise on therapeutic diets and special feeding requirements
• Maintain accurate nutrition records, reports, and documentation
• Support menu planning to ensure balanced, culturally appropriate, and therapeutic meals
• Participate in quality improvement, audits, and patient safety initiatives
• Provide nutrition education sessions for staff and patients when required
• Uphold confidentiality, ethics, and professional standards at all times
• Participate in continuous professional development activities
• Any other duty as may be assigned

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of nutrition therapy related to psychiatric conditions and psychotropic medications will be an advantage
• Strong communication, counseling, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• High standards of professionalism, empathy, and patient-centered care

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Diploma or Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or related field
• Registered and licensed by the relevant professional body
• At least 2 years’ experience in a clinical or hospital setting (mental health experience is an added advantage)