WIC Registered Dietitian Float - Surprise, AZ

ADELANTE HEALTHCARE INC•Surprise, AZ

About The Position

The WIC Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Float is responsible for promotion, training and nutrition education for clients enrolled in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) and any other nutrition related programs. Will also act as a referral resource to appropriate Organization services and resources. Coordinates activities with stakeholders. EXPECTATIONS Every Adelante Healthcare employee will strive to maximize their performance and contribution to Adelante Healthcare and the community we serve every day. Employees are expected to work in a manner that demonstrates a commitment to quality, patient safety, employee engagement, innovation, and the highest standards of personal integrity, professionalism, and competence. OUR CORE VALUES Compassion Excellence Integrity Learning Respect Sustainability

Requirements

Four (4) year college degree in Dietetics or nutrition related degree and preferred two (2) years’ experience in community or clinical nutrition education programs or completion of dietetic internship with RD/RDN credentials
Must hold credentials as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration
Certification to perform cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Health Care Professional (CPR) and AED through courses that follow the guidelines from the American Heart Association and Red Cross (cognitive and skills evaluations)
Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety for all specialty behavioral health locations
Documented excellence in customer service with ability to interact with and instruct employees and clients from beginner to advanced levels
Demonstrated competency in nutrition education methods and techniques
Working knowledge of current Microsoft Office applications and relevant program-related applications
Competency in working with people of various cultures
Evidence of valid Arizona driver’s license and current auto insurance
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Prioritization and multi-task skills are required
Correctly collect specimens, perform testing, and processes as indicated.
Travel to multiple locations required

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Provide nutrition education, breastfeeding services and health promotion to clients and others from the different grants/programs as well as preventive strategies to employees
Develop educational guidelines for nutrition, breastfeeding and preventive health promotion services according to the local standard care plan
Document assessment information food package assignment nutrition and breastfeeding consultations and referrals per policy.
Oversees and approves food and formula special authorizations and coordinates with medical providers and pharmacies as appropriate.
Educate staff on nutrition education guidelines
Certify participants according to program guidelines
Assist the Nutrition Services Program Manager as requested, complete appropriate reports as required
Other duties as may be required or assigned
Plan, implement, and participate in community outreach activities
Attend meetings, trainings, and conferences as requested
Conduct quality assurance according to federal guidelines
Follow up all high-risk participant by reviewing reports and signing off within 90 days
Serves on call for formula prescription