Rule 15-16-1-1.17.3 - Counselor - Dietary1. Qualifications - A registered dietician licensed in the State of Mississippi who meets the qualification standards of the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association.2. Responsibilities - The dietitian shall implement dietary services based on initial and ongoing assessment of dietary needs in a manner consistent with standards of practice including, but not limited to, the following: A. Evaluate outcomes of interventions and document findings on a clinical progress note which is to be incorporated into the clinical record within one week of the visit;B. Collaborate with the patient/family, physician, registered nurse, and/or the IDG in providing dietary counseling to the patient/family;C. Instruct patient/family and/or hospice staff as needed;D. Evaluate patient socioeconomic factors to develop recommendations concerning food purchasing, preparation and storage;E. Evaluate food preparation methods to ensure nutritive value is conserved, flavor, texture and temperature principles are adhered to in meeting the individual patient's needs; andF. Participate in IDG conference as needed.15 Miss. Code. R. § 16-1-1.17.3
Miss. Code Ann. § 41-85-7