Alliance Clinic Dietitian or Nurse

Hawkeye Area Community Action Program Inc.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

11 Company Paid Holidays

Short-Term Disability

Dental Insurance

IPERS or 403(b) with company match

Job summary

Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc. in Cedar Rapids, IA is hiring an Alliance Clinic Dietitian or Nurse for full-time 40 hours/week. The role focuses on nutrition education and assessing nutritional risks within the WIC and Maternal Child Health programs.

The position requires either a RD/RDN with a Dietetics/Nutrition degree or an RN with Iowa licensure. Annual compensation is around $62,546 plus company benefits, with a schedule Monday–Friday 8:00 am–4:30 pm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics/Nutrition; RD/RDN or LD license required.
• RN path: Associate's Degree in Nursing and Iowa RN license is acceptable.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population and adhere to training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition education for WIC & Maternal Child Health programs.
• Assess nutritional risks and provide nutrition services per regulations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Skills

Communication with diverse populations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics/Nutrition

RD/RDN

Licensed Dietitian in Iowa

Associate's Degree in Nursing + RN license

Job description

• Location 1328 2nd Ave SE,Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403,United States
• Base Pay $30.07 - $30.07 / Hour
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc. (HACAP) is a dynamic nonprofit organization committed to enhancing the lives of families and individuals in our communities across nine counties. We believe in the power of collaboration, working alongside for-profit businesses, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and local community members to create stronger, healthier communities.

Position Overview:

Application Deadline: October 25, 2026.

Job Title: Alliance Clinic Dietitian or Nurse.

Position Type: Full-Time, 40 hours per week.

Schedule: Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

Pay Range: $30.07 hourly.

Position Goal:

The Alliance Clinic Dietitian or Nurse is responsible for conducting all aspects of the nutrition education component and process of assessing nutritional risks associated with the WIC & Maternal Child Health programs, in full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations to provide nutrition services to the target community.

What HACAP is proud to offer you:

Company Paid Benefits

• Paid Time Off and 11 Company Paid Holidays
• Short-Term Disability (After 1 Year of Employment)
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dental (Voluntary Coverage)

Voluntary Insurance Plans

• Health and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Voluntary Life, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

Retirement Savings Options

• Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS) or 403(b) plan with a generous company match of or up to 9.44% of your gross wage

Additional Benefits

• Corporate Advantage Partnership Education Program with Mount Mercy and Upper Iowa University

Qualifications & Conditions of Employment:

Education and/or Experience

• Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics/Nutrition. Must be a Registered Dietitian (RD) or a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN). Must be a Licensed Dietitian (LD) in the state of Iowa or can obtain license by the Iowa Board of Dietetic Examiners within the first six months of employment.

OR

• Minimum of Associate's Degree in Nursing and currently licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Iowa.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be able to communicate and work effectively with a diverse population of low-income individuals with possible language/cultural barriers.
• Complete Bloodborne Pathogen training within ten days of employment and updated annually.
• Complete Child Abuse Reporter training within six (6) months of employment and update every three (3) years.
• Completion of required continuing education hours to retain state licensure.
• TB testing at hire.
• Willing to work flexible hours including early evenings.
• Valid driver's license.
• Reliable transportation to use on the job.
• Valid car insurance.

Please attach any trainings/transcripts/or diplomas to your application.

Additional Information:

HACAP is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability of any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants with Disabilities

We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with HACAP. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, please contact HACAP's Human Resources Department by email at [e-mail] .

All applicants will receive an acknowledgement via email that their application has been received. Those candidates selected for further consideration will be notified.