Nutritionist OP Nutrition Services

WakeMed Health & Hospitals; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed Health & Hospitals seeks a Nutritionist (Registered Dietitian) to provide outpatient nutrition counseling across various health programs. You will empower patients to make informed nutrition choices that support healthier lifestyles and outcomes.

Qualifications include RD/RDN and LDN credentials, a Bachelor's in Nutrition or Dietetics, and prior outpatient counseling experience. This role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care in a multispecialty hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field.
• RD/RDN credential required.
• LDN credential required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized outpatient nutrition counseling and education.
• Develop nutrition care plans tailored to each patient's needs and goals.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists and other healthcare professionals to support patient care.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust nutrition recommendations.
• Promote healthy lifestyle behaviors through evidence-based nutrition practices.

Skills

Communication

Counseling

Diversity awareness

Organizational skills

Documentation

Time management

Patient-centered care

Education

Bachelor's in Nutrition/Dietetics

RD/RDN credential

LDN credential

Job description

Overview

Nutritionist (Registered Dietitian)

Make a Difference Through Nutrition Care

WakeMed is seeking a compassionate and knowledgeable Nutritionist (Registered Dietitian) to provide outpatient nutrition counseling and education to individuals and families across a variety of health and wellness programs. In this role, you will empower patients to make informed nutrition choices that support healthier lifestyles and improved health outcomes.

What You'll Do

• Provide individualized outpatient nutrition counseling and education.
• Develop nutrition care plans tailored to each patient's needs and goals.
• Support patients participating in programs such as:
• Pediatric Weight Management
• Cardiac Rehabilitation
• Employee Wellness
• Outpatient Nutrition Services
• Primary Care Programs
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to support patient care.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust nutrition recommendations as needed.
• Promote healthy lifestyle behaviors through evidence-based nutrition practices.

What We're Looking For

• Strong communication and counseling skills.
• Passion for helping individuals achieve their health and wellness goals.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse patient populations.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and time-management skills.
• Commitment to providing exceptional patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field.
• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential required.
• Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) credential required.
• Previous experience in outpatient nutrition counseling preferred.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care.

For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

Registered Dietitian And Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist Required

Education

Bachelor's Degree Food and Nutrition Required - And Master's Degree Food and Nutrition Preferred

Experience

6 Months Clinical - Dietitian/Nutritionist Required - And 2 Years Clinical - Dietitian/Nutritionist Preferred