Nutritionist II - Maternity RD

Craven County • New Bern, NC

3d

About The Position

The primary purpose of this role is to assess the nutritional status of prenatal patients and develop a plan of care that will meet their nutritional needs and result in an optimal pregnancy outcome. This includes certifying patients in WIC if eligibility criteria are met, documenting assessments and care plans in the Crossroads system, and assigning food packages as needed. The role involves assessing nutritional status by collecting and evaluating anthropometric, biochemical, clinical, dietary, and eco-social data. An individualized nutrition care plan will be developed based on assessment findings, and patients will be assisted in understanding and implementing the plan through counseling and educational materials. Ongoing follow-up is required to monitor progress, ensure compliance, and adjust the care plan as needed. Therapeutic nutrition care plans will be developed for nutritionally high-risk prenatal patients, considering factors such as adolescence, diabetes, hypertension, obesity, anemia, renal disease, irregular weight gain patterns, and substance use. All assessments, care plans, interventions, and patient responses will be documented in the electronic medical record. The position also involves participating in monthly WIC and maternity staff meetings to coordinate nutrition procedures, goals, and patient care plans with the interdisciplinary team and presenting updated nutrition information. In the event of a disaster, assistance may be required. Other duties may be assigned by the Supervisor, Deputy Director, or Health Director.

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetics Registration
• Master's degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, or Nutrition
• Graduation from a Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education - approved Didactic Program in Dietetics and two years nutrition experience
• Dietetic Technician, Registered with the Commission on Dietetics Registration with a Bachelor's degree in any subject area from an accredited four year college or university and two years nutrition experience
• Bachelor's of Science degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition or Community Nutrition from an accredited four year college or university and two years nutrition experience
• Transcript is required.
• Specialized knowledge in principles and application of nutrition and dietetics to improve health outcomes.
• Knowledge of relevant medical terminology.
• Skill in documenting in the medical record.
• A wide based knowledge of nutrition, especially developmental and prenatal nutrition.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) credential is required to meet program requirements.
• Subject to SBI criminal history record check prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess the nutritional status of prenatal patients.
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans.
• Certify patients in WIC if eligibility criteria are met.
• Document assessments, care plans, interventions, and patient responses in the electronic medical record (Crossroads system).
• Assign food packages to WIC clients.
• Provide ongoing follow-up and reassessments for patients.
• Develop therapeutic nutrition care plans for high-risk prenatal patients.
• Participate in monthly WIC and maternity staff meetings.
• Present updated nutrition information.
• Assist in disaster relief efforts as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level