Community Dietitian II / III - Temporary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 43,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

Oklahoma State Department of Health is seeking a Community Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (CRDN) for a temporary, part-time role. The position focuses on delivering nutrition services to diverse Oklahoma communities, with an emphasis on prevention, education, and collaboration with local health providers.

Career duties include conducting nutrition counseling, MNT, and group education via multiple formats, while maintaining outreach to address health disparities and improve access to nutrition

Qualifications

• Registration as a Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutrition counseling, medical nutrition therapy (MNT), and group education through in-person, telehealth, and community sessions.
• Promote nutrition interventions addressing chronic disease prevention, food insecurity, and health disparities.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers and hospitals to integrate nutrition into patient care.
• Collaborate with Community Health Workers to promote patient outcomes.
• Facilitate warm handoffs to resources such as social work, mental health, lactation support, or community programs.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

Group education

MNT

Community collaboration

Data collection

Education

Registered Dietitian (RD) certification

Job description

Job Posting Title

Community Dietitian II / III - Temporary

Agency

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Supervisory Organization

340 District 2

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date

Continuous if Blank

Full/Part-Time

Part time

Job Type

Temporary

Compensation

Why you'll love it here! RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!

Job Description

Salary : Level II: up to $48.60/hourly, based on education and experience

Level III: up to $51.55/hourly, based on education and experience

Full Time /Part Time : Temporary

Work Schedule : Monday - Friday

Primary Hours : 8-5, up to 20 hours a week.

Position Summary

The Community Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (CRDN) provides professional nutrition services to improve health outcomes and reduce health disparities in Oklahoma communities. This position delivers evidence-based nutrition counseling, education, and program development for children, families, and individuals across the lifespan with an emphasis on community-based prevention, chronic disease management, and food access.

This position plays a vital role in advancing the Oklahoma State Department of Health's mission to protect and promote health and to prevent disease and injury through comprehensive nutrition services. The CRDN serves as a bridge between clinical care and community wellness, ensuring all Oklahomans have access to high-quality, evidence-based nutrition support.

Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions

• Provide nutrition counseling, medical nutrition therapy (MNT), and group education through multiple delivery methods, including in-person visits, telehealth, and community presentations
• Promote nutrition interventions that address chronic disease prevention, food insecurity, and community health disparities
• Collaborate with local organizations, healthcare providers, and hospitals to integrate nutrition into patient care and strengthen community networks
• Collaborate with local Community Health Workers to promote patient outcome management
• Facilitate warm handoffs and connections to appropriate resources such as social work, mental health, lactation support, or community support programs
• Participate in local outreach, including but not limited to providing nutrition education at community events, grocery shopping tours, and cooking demonstrations
• Participate in data collection, evaluation, and reporting activities to measure program effectiveness
• Represent the OSDH County Health Department(s) in community coalitions, meetings, and health promotion events
• Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.
• Other duties as assigned.

70% - Nutrition Services and Education

• Deliver medical nutrition therapy for clients with or without a referral from a healthcare provider
• Provide individualized and group nutrition counseling via telehealth, in-person visits, or home visits
• Lead community or virtual nutrition education sessions covering topics such as label reading, healthy swaps, and meal preparation
• Utilize digital tools and applications to support patient engagement, food tracking, and behavior change
• Travel to counties within assigned districts to ensure service accessibility

30% - Collaboration and Community Partnerships

• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with healthcare providers, community health workers, food pantries, schools, and local organizations to strengthen nutrition support systems
• Coordinate closed-loop referrals and integrate nutrition services into clinical and community settings
• Participate in community health initiatives, outreach events, and regional coalitions to promote health equity
• Connect clients to appropriate community and social service resources through active coordination and referral

Other Duties

Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.

Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Education and Experience

Level II

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of Registration as a Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registratio