Advanced Practice Dietitian — Gerontological Nutrition Leader

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dietitian-Advanced Level Practice at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Nutrition and Food Services, supports the Community Living Center (CLC) by conducting comprehensive nutrition assessments for Veterans using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) to assure high-quality care.

This role requires a registered dietitian with advanced practice certification, demonstrated leadership, and the ability to translate evidence-based guidelines into patient care, education, and policy development.

Qualifications

• Must be registered dietitian/nutritionist (RDN/RD) with current credentials.
• Advanced practice certification from a nationally recognized body (e.g., BC- Gerontological Nutrition, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist).
• English language proficiency for professional practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments for Veterans using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP).
• Provide expert nutrition guidance, staff direction, and policy development within Nutrition and Food Services.
• Lead team activities related to nutrition care and performance improvement initiatives.
• Present complex nutrition information to health care providers to influence patient care.

Skills

Team leadership

Evidence-based guidelines

Policy writing

Nutrition expert guidance

Research / performance improvement

Clinical communication

Job description

The Dietitian-Advanced Level Practice at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Nutrition and Food Services, supports the Community Living Center (CLC) by conducting comprehensive nutrition assessments for Veterans using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) to assure high-quality care.

This role requires a registered dietitian with advanced practice certification, demonstrated leadership, and the ability to translate evidence-based guidelines into patient care, education, and policy development.