Registered Dietitian - 100% Remote (States listed in the job description)

Healthmap Solutions

4d•Remote

About The Position

The Registered Dietitian will serve as an expert in health and nutrition for the Healthmap Solutions Kidney Health Management program. The dietitian will promote healthy eating habits to assist in slowing the progression of chronic kidney disease and associated co-morbid health conditions through nutritional modification recommendations and education. Location: 100% Remote for candidates that are licensed in Nebraska or Louisianna or Georgia or Tennessee or Nevada or Utah.

Requirements

Degree in foods and nutrition, dietetics, and other health-related courses; Master’s Degree preferred
Certified as a Registered Dietitian with an active current license
A minimum of 5 years of experience in a clinical/community setting
Specific experience with chronic kidney disease management and dialysis care is required
Willingness to obtain additional licenses
Strong interpersonal skills required to motivate patients and others
Cultural awareness and knowledge
Excellent written and verbal communication
Strong organizational skills
Proficiency with Microsoft suite of tools including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Project, Visio
Ability to independently identify problems, clarify facts and organize information to identify trends, information gaps or need for additional information

Responsibilities

Promote nutrition, disease management and health awareness through individualized nutrition therapy, educational resources, and programs
Provide expert explanations for general health and nutrition issues and advise individuals on healthy eating habits to slow progression of chronic kidney disease and aid in disease management
Utilize the Nutritional Care Process to evaluate the health and nutritional needs of members in accordance with their preferences, personal goals, health, and financial capabilities to provide effective individualized care and optimize health outcomes
Collaborate with Care Navigators to engage members with self-management plans through education and support on healthy eating habits to improve nutritional status while enhancing well -being
Encourage adherence to provider treatment plan and Care Navigator plan of care
Collaborate with outside agencies to ensure continuity of care
Participate in team meetings, multidisciplinary team meetings, in service trainings, and 1:1 meeting with Supervisor
Provide Specialty Team updates at regular staff meetings
Identify and work through barriers to facilitate lifestyle changes while monitoring member’s progress and performing thorough follow-up
Participate within the multidisciplinary team to promote care coordination to provide quality member-centered care
Document in the electronic medical record per Healthmap Solutions policies and procedures
Perform other related duties as assigned