Nutritionist II

Randolph County•Asheboro, NC

45d

About The Position

Performs nutrition assessment for public health clients, including determination of WIC program eligibility. Designs individualized care plans and WIC approved food prescription packages. Provides in-depth individualized nutrition counseling. Documents plans of care in the Crossroads system and utilizes multidisciplinary approach to providing coordinated patient care. Consults with and provides nutritional interpretation to physicians, nurses, social workers and other health care providers, including agencies and medical offices outside of public health. Participates in the planning and instruction of nutrition education activities including but not limited to classes, community programs, health fairs, and/or menu reviews. Assists in the development of lesson plans and in the preparation and selection of appropriate nutrition education materials. Participates in the promotion of nutrition awareness activities in the community and serves as source of nutrition education and information for the community. Participates in local agency staff meetings. Attends WIC program training sessions. Expands professional knowledge through conferences, workshops and professional publications. Performs various other duties as requested by the Nutrition Program Director.

Requirements

Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetics Registration; or Master’s degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, or Nutrition; or graduation from a Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education- approved Didactic Program in Dietetics and two years nutrition experience; or 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; or a 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.
Principles of normal and therapeutic nutrition
Dietary assessment techniques
Interpretation of medical and nutritional data
Human behavior and techniques for effecting positive healthy changes
Skills in writing clear, concise nutrition summary statements
Ability to effectively collect relevant information and provide nutrition counseling
Basic knowledge of the social, economic, and environmental conditions of local WIC participants
Basic knowledge of community resources and social service programs
Basic understanding of quality assurance and quality improvement practices
Skills in organization and time management
Proficiency in both speaking and writing in the English language
Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of diverse individuals
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others

Responsibilities

Performs nutrition assessment for public health clients, including determination of WIC program eligibility.
Designs individualized care plans and WIC approved food prescription packages.
Provides in-depth individualized nutrition counseling.
Documents plans of care in the Crossroads system and utilizes multidisciplinary approach to providing coordinated patient care.
Consults with and provides nutritional interpretation to physicians, nurses, social workers and other health care providers, including agencies and medical offices outside of public health.
Participates in the planning and instruction of nutrition education activities including but not limited to classes, community programs, health fairs, and/or menu reviews.
Assists in the development of lesson plans and in the preparation and selection of appropriate nutrition education materials.
Participates in the promotion of nutrition awareness activities in the community and serves as source of nutrition education and information for the community.
Participates in local agency staff meetings.
Attends WIC program training sessions.
Expands professional knowledge through conferences, workshops and professional publications.
Performs various other duties as requested by the Nutrition Program Director.