Registered Dietitian

Quad • Newport News, VA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

QuadMed is hiring a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) for a full-time, on-site role, Monday through Friday. The RDN provides individual and group nutrition counseling and education to improve the health and wellness of employees and their families. The role includes counseling on everyday nutrition and medical nutrition therapy, translating scientific evidence into practical recommendations, documenting outcomes in the Electronic Medical Record, and delivering nutrition education through classes, seminars, and online channels for remote QuadMed locations. The RDN also develops educational resources, maintains professional skills, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and medical staff.

Requirements

• Graduate of an ACEND-accredited dietetic program, with a B.S., B.A., or M.A. in Nutritional Sciences, Community Nutrition, Dietetics, or Public Health Nutrition.
• At least two years of experience in a clinical setting, or completion of an internship through a coordinated program in dietetics in lieu of experience.
• Current RD/RDN license in good standing with the state licensing board.
• Current CPR (BLS) certification, or ability to obtain it within 60 days of hire.
• Knowledge of researched industry best practices and ability to stay current through continuing education.
• Ability to use Windows-based business software applications, such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to fostering inclusion.

Nice To Haves

• Electronic Medical Record experience.
• Bilingual ability; English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutritional assessments and obtain nutrition histories from patients.
• Consult with physicians and other healthcare staff to determine patients’ nutritional needs and dietary restrictions.
• Formulate menus for therapeutic diets based on patients’ medical and physical conditions.
• Develop and implement plans of care based on assessed nutritional needs and available resources, coordinating nutrition plans with other healthcare needs.
• Instruct patients on meal plans and dietary changes, and establish goals and objectives to support the plan.
• Maintain the confidentiality of patient information.
• Evaluate nutritional care and provide follow-up continuity of care.
• Accurately document nutrition care plans and information in patients’ medical records.
• Instruct patients and their families in nutritional principles, dietary plans, food selection, and food preparation.
• Refer patients to other resources as needed or requested.
• Provide nutrition education through classes, seminars, and online channels to remote QuadMed locations, and develop resources to support education.
• Maintain the professional capabilities and skills required for practice.
• Perform other position-related duties as assigned, depending on the assignment setting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time