What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Nutritionist position at Hunterdon Health?
Position Summary:
Community Nutritionists provide medical nutrition therapy to outpatients, prepare and present nutrition programs and provide community outreach at health fairs and other events.
Primary Position Responsibilities:
Medical Nutrition Therapy
Documentation of Care
Education Classes
Community Outreach
Billing
Development of Nutrition Education Materials
Maintains Patient Safety
Qualifications:
Minimum Education -
Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Food/Nutrition or related field
Preferred: Master’s Degree in Food/Nutrition or related field
Minimum Years of Experience –
Required: 2-3 years of clinical, community or outpatient services
Preferred: 3 or more years of clinical, community or outpatient services
License, Registry or Certification:
Required:
Registered Dietitian
Preferred: Certified Diabetes Educator- After meeting 1000 hours of direct diabetes education, must sit for the CDE exam by the NCBDE within 8 months of completing the required time and hours.
Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities -
Required: Basic Computer Skills
Excellent communication skills and customer service orientation
Preferred: Computer: Excel, Powerpoint
Experience with group presentation/public speaking
Knowledge of diabetes self management training.
GI Experience is preferred.