JOB SUMMARY:
Provides nutrition information and education materials designed to improve health status, achieve positive change in dietary habits and emphasize links between nutrition and health, all in keeping with the individual's personal, cultural, and socioeconomic preferences. The nutritionist performs nutrition assessments of all WIC participants.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of BS Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or related
- Licensure in State of Rhode Island, preferred
- Skilled in anthropometric and hematological (lead and iron) measures
- Effective verbal and written communication with patients regarding nutrition
- Ability to enter computer data and typed SOAP notes
- Must review studies and keep updated with appropriate nutrition materials
- Reliable transportation
WORK SCHEDULE DEMANDS: * this position is a temporary position while we accommodate an employee's leave. Schedule may vary depending on company needs with minimum hours starting at 20 up to 35 hours per week.
- Some evenings required
- Expected to provide services at both WIC locations in Cranston and Coventry
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Clinical
- Evaluates nutritional status of WIC clients
- Provides nutrition education to achieve a positive change in dietary habits
- Problem solves patient related concerns and refers appropriately
- Assigns food packages on individual basis to WIC participants
Administrative
- Troubleshoots computer problems with QWIC system
- Accountable for patient flow and client satisfaction of WIC office in absence of WIC Coordinator
- Participated in JCAHO work groups, WIC staff meetings, Health Center staff meetings.
- Ensures compliance with State / Federal, JCAHO standards
- OSHA and Infection control standards
- Participate in JCAHO quality improvement committee meetings
- Other duties assigned as needed
CCAP strives to cultivate and sustain a workforce devoted to providing compassionate and respectful care to all patients and clients. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
