Nutritionist/Dietitian

Lake Cumberland Home Health; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Purchase District Health Department is seeking a Nutritionist/Dietitian for a full-time role at the Paducah-McCracken County Health Center. You will perform moderate to complex nutrition case management, provide physician-prescribed dietary counseling and Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) in clinic and community settings.

Eligible candidates must hold a Kentucky RD or CN license, with no prior experience required.

Qualifications

• Licensure as RD or CN licensed in Kentucky (KRS 310.xx).
• No prior experience required.
• Must maintain licensure and annual updates.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutrition status and develop MNT care plans.
• Provide individual and group nutrition counseling.
• Implement physician-prescribed dietary regimens.
• Interpret nutrition research and provide consultation to staff.
• Maintain documentation per policy and guidelines.
• Obtain and maintain NPI number for MNT reimbursement.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

MNT

Healthcare communication

Education

KY RD or CN licensure

Job description

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10/26/2026 12:00 AM

Pay Grade:

Non-Merit Grade

Salary:

$7.25 - $50.00 Hourly

Time Type:

Full time

Health Department:

Purchase District Health Department

Summary

Nutritionist/Dietitian
Full-Time Position
Location: Paducah-McCracken County Health Center
Pay Range: $21.52 – $28.36/hour + 5% increase after 6 months

Position Overview

Under close supervision, performs moderate to complex nutrition case management for medically high-risk individuals. Provides physician-prescribed dietary counseling and Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) services in clinic and community settings. Reports to the Nutrition Services Supervisor or Director of Nutrition.

Minimum Requirements

• Licensure (Required):
• Registered Dietitian (RD) licensed by the Kentucky State Board of Licensure and Certification (KRS 310.021); or
• Certified Nutritionist (CN) licensed by the Kentucky State Board of Licensure and Certification (KRS 310.031).
• No prior experience required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assess nutrition status and develop individualized nutrition and MNT care plans.
• Provide individual and group nutrition counseling.
• Implement physician-prescribed dietary regimens.
• Interpret nutrition research and provide consultation to healthcare staff.
• Participate in on-the-job training and competency development activities.
• Maintain documentation in accordance with agency policy and WIC & Nutrition Manual guidelines.
• Obtain and maintain National Provider Identification (NPI) number for MNT reimbursement.
• Assist with community outreach, program development, and in-service education.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

• Must maintain required licensure and complete annual updates.
• Subject to background check and drug screening per agency policy.

If you have any questions or would like any more information about this job posting please contact Kaitlyn May at [e-mail].

Description

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D