Nutritionist II

Children's National Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 51,584 - 85,987; Full time

Job summary

Children's National Hospital in Washington, DC, is seeking a Nutritionist II to assess clients' nutritional risks and prescribe appropriate food packages. You will develop care plans, educate individuals and groups, and coordinate with health care team members.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field, one year of experience, and a valid license in the District of Columbia. The position offers opportunities to promote breastfeeding and manage WIC caseloads effectively.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience and/or a completed internship, preferably in the area of maternal and child health.
• Licensed in District of Columbia or another state with proof of application for District of Columbia licensure.
• Ability to perform responsibilities of a WIC nutritionist without routine supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assess client's nutritional and/or health risks and prescribe food packages.
• Develop nutritional care plans for high-risk individuals.
• Conduct breastfeeding activities and promote breastfeeding.

Skills

Nutrition assessment

Client education

Breastfeeding support

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Public Health Nutrition, Nutrition Science, Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field

Job description

About the Role

The Nutritionist II will assess the client's nutritional and/or health risks and prescribe food packages. They will determine and prioritize nutritional risks of clients, provide nutritional instruction in individual and group settings, develop nutritional care plans for high‑risk individuals, and coordinate nutritional care with other members of the health care team to assure medical and social services. Individual instruction and follow‑up will be provided, and the Nutritionist will keep abreast of current research findings in maternal and child health nutrition. Programs will be established and conducted to promote, support, and protect breastfeeding.

Department

10129 Community Health COE Admin

Pay Range

$51,584.00 - $85,987.20

What You’ll Bring

Minimum Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Public Health Nutrition, Nutrition Science, Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field (Required)

Minimum Work Experience

• 1 year of experience and/or a completed internship, preferably in the area of maternal and child health (Required)

Required Skills/Knowledge

Ability to perform responsibilities of a WIC nutritionist without routine supervision.

Required Licenses and Certifications

Licensed in the District of Columbia or licensed in another state with proof of application for District of Columbia licensure (Required). Registered Dietitian (Preferred).

Functional Accountabilities

Nutrition Education

• Assess anthropometric data, medical history and lab values.
• Assign nutritional risk codes to clients based on established guidelines.
• Develop a high‑risk care plan and follow‑up care in CARES.
• Prescribe food package taking nutritional needs, food preferences, and cultural background into consideration.
• Provide individual and group education.
• Include substance abuse education and referrals.

Breast Feeding Advocacy

• Conduct breastfeeding activities.
• Participate in breastfeeding promotion.
• Act as a breastfeeding coordinator on rotation, as needed.
• Issue manual and electric breast pumps and maintain issuance log.
• Refer clients to a breastfeeding peer counselor or lactation specialist.

Caseload Management and Outreach Activities

• Ensure effective operation and WIC caseload management in the WIC clinic.
• Maintain an established show rate at the clinic.
• Supervise day‑to‑day clinical operations to assure compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Plan and coordinate outreach activities for the site.
• Assure comprehensive medical and social services for clients.

Safety

• Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance.
• Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation.
• Stop in the face of uncertainty and take time to resolve the situation.
• Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication.
• Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co‑workers.
• Attend carefully to important details—practice Stop, Think, Act, and Review to self‑check behavior and performance.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Children’s National is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. The company maintains a drug‑free workplace in accordance with its policy.