Nutrition Educator

Mom's Meals | A Purfoods Company; Cincinnati (OH); Remote; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise innovante dans la nutrition cherche un Nutrition Educator pour fournir des conseils nutritionnels téléphoniques à des patients souffrant de maladies chroniques. Ce poste exige une formation en sciences nutritionnelles, de l'expérience en éducation nutritionnelle et un excellent sens de la communication. Vous contribuerez à améliorer la qualité de vie de nos membres tout en collaborant avec divers ressources communautaires. Rejoignez-nous pour faire une différence.

Qualifications

• 2 ans d'expérience en éducation nutritionnelle ou conseil.
• Capacité à travailler de manière autonome.
• Décisions cliniques appropriées en éducation nutritionnelle.

Responsibilities

• Fournir des sessions d'éducation nutritionnelle téléphonique.
• Documenter les objectifs et plans de soins.
• Développer des outils d'éducation nutritionnelle.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Interpersonal

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Science or Dietetics

Certification as a Registered Dietitian

Job description

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Position Summary

The Nutrition Educator will provide telephonic nutrition education to members/patients with chronic conditions as they learn to select, prepare, and eat foods that are appropriate for their condition(s) as they participate in a chronic care meals program. Chronic conditions can include, but are not limited to, diabetes, heart disease, and kidney disease. Utilizing a member/patient-centric approach, the nutrition educator will collaborate with the member/patient to explore the nutrition-related issues and topics that are most important to them. The educator will also connect members/patients to other nutrition and condition resources available from the health plan, system, or community.

Salary range: $55,388-72,000 plus bonus; one opening posted in multiple locations for licensure needs.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

1. Providing telephonic nutrition education sessions; the number of sessions varies based on the program.
2. Documenting goals and care plans from education sessions in the platform.
3. Scheduling follow-up calls with members/patients.
4. Developing nutrition education handouts and tools as needed.
5. Identifying community resources for clients.
6. Maintaining professional knowledge through educational opportunities and reading.
7. Performing other nutrition-related tasks as needed.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Science or Dietetics.
• Certification as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• At least 2 years of experience in nutrition education or counseling.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to make clinical decisions regarding nutrition education appropriateness.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Active licensure in District of Columbia or Ohio.
• Experience providing telephonic nutrition education.
• Training in health coaching, motivational interviewing, or mindful eating.

Physical Requirements:

• Repetitive motions involving wrists, hands, or fingers.
• Sedentary work involving sitting for prolonged periods.
• Visual perception skills.

Company Overview:

Mom’s Meals is a home-delivered meal service providing fully prepared, refrigerated meals nationwide for over 25 years. We serve seniors, post-discharge patients, and those managing chronic conditions with tailored nutrition solutions. We value community, compassion, and making a difference in lives.

EEO Statement:

We comply with all applicable non-discrimination laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or military status.