Registered Dietitian- Rural Health

Community Health Network of Connecticut, Inc.•Wallingford, CT

2d•$70,500 - $94,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Community Health Network of Connecticut, Inc. (CHNCT) is seeking two Registered Dietitians- Rural Health to support the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program. This federal grant aims to strengthen rural communities by improving healthcare access, quality, and outcomes through healthcare delivery ecosystem transformation. The role involves providing care coordination support for eligible HUSKY Health members in rural areas, conducting nutritional assessments, collaborating on care plans, and serving as a program coach for virtual health programs.

Requirements

Current active and unrestricted CT Dietitian/Nutritionist License
Active Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) Certification by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Valid and unrestricted motor vehicle operator’s license
Reliable transportation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Collaborative and team-focused perspective

Nice To Haves

Reside in Litchfield County, CT, Windham County, CT, or New London County, CT
Bilingual/bicultural abilities
Two years of clinical experience preferred
Live in one of the designated geographic locations in need

Responsibilities

Provide care coordination support for eligible HUSKY Health members residing in rural areas under the direction of the Care Management (CM) Manager of Rural Health Transformation.
Conduct targeted outreach to rural members to complete nutritional assessments.
Collaborate with CHNCT’s Care Management (CM) clinical teams to support the development of person-centered care plans.
Serve as a program coach, supporting members participating in virtual health programs by providing individualized guidance, facilitating goal setting, encouraging engagement, and monitoring progress toward program objectives.
Conduct member outreach and perform nutrition assessments to identify nutrition and health-related needs.
Develop interventions to address identified needs in collaboration with other team members and evaluate progress towards established goals.
Promote healthy lifestyle and dietary habits through coaching and support.
Provide viable food and supplement options, and guidance on choosing the healthiest nutritional options to promote adherence to physician-recommended diets.
Guide participants through online educational curricula, provide personalized coaching via the digital platform, monitor participant progress, and provide feedback.
Present at virtual member-facing learning groups on program-related topics.
Participate in interdisciplinary case rounds/collaborative meetings with the Rural Health Transformation team.
Follow established escalation protocols when clinical risks are identified.
Review member educational materials related to nutrition for the CM program and develop nutrition-focused member education materials as needed.
Participate in staff education and quarterly peer review/audits.
Engage with members through telephonic, videoconference, and in-person/face-to-face outreach.
Utilize the digital platform and coaching dashboard to facilitate member participation in online learning curriculums.
Participate in virtual member learning groups and organized community activities upon request.
Maintain knowledge of covered benefits for CT Medicaid and HUSKY Health programs.