Nutritionist, Population Health Case Management

University of Maryland Medical System; Linthicum (MD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nutritionist to enhance population health initiatives. This dynamic role involves providing nutrition counseling and education, focusing on improving health outcomes through evidence-based interventions. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, addressing food insecurity and connecting patients with vital resources. With a hybrid work environment, you'll balance remote telehealth sessions with in-person consultations, ensuring comprehensive care for patients with chronic conditions. Join a vibrant academic medical center and contribute to innovative health solutions that make a real difference in people's lives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition required; clinical experience as a Registered Dietitian needed.
• Registration by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments and develop individualized care plans for patients.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to align nutrition strategies with care plans.

Skills

Nutrition Counseling

Data Analytics

Patient Care Coordination

Chronic Disease Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Food and Nutrition

Master's Degree in Nutrition

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary:
The Nutritionist will play a key role in supporting population health initiatives by providing nutrition counseling and education as part of a multidisciplinary case management team. This position will focus on improving health outcomes, reducing hospital readmissions, and enhancing chronic disease management through evidence-based nutrition interventions. This position will also support the health and wellness initiatives provided through case management to eligible UMMS employees. The role involves both in-person consultations and virtual support for patients, ensuring accessibility and continuity of care.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient-Centered Nutrition Care:

1. Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments for patients identified through case management referrals.
2. Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans in collaboration with the case management team.
3. Provide virtual and in-person nutrition counseling to patients with chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity, kidney disease).
4. Address food insecurity and connect patients with community resources, meal programs, and benefits such as SNAP/WIC.

Care Coordination & Team Collaboration:

1. Work closely with nurses, social workers, care coordinators, and physicians to align nutrition strategies with overall care plans.
2. Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences to discuss high-risk patients and recommend nutrition interventions.
3. Assist in developing and implementing population health strategies related to nutrition, including health education initiatives.

Data & Quality Improvement:

1. Track patient progress, document interventions, and measure outcomes related to nutrition support in electronic health records (EHR).
2. Use data analytics to identify trends, gaps in care, and opportunities for targeted nutrition interventions.
3. Contribute to quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient engagement and improve clinical outcomes under value-based care models.

Work Environment:

• Hybrid role with a combination of remote telehealth sessions and in-person consultations at healthcare facilities or community sites.
• May require occasional travel for onsite meetings, community events, or patient visits.
• Department - UMMS Population Health Services Organization
• Reports to the Manager of Population Health Case Management

Company Description

Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet(r)-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care. Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing. Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won't find a more vibrant place to work!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics or related field is required.
• Registration by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Commission on Dietetics Registration (CDR) is required.
• Current licensure in the state of Maryland as a Dietitian/Nutritionist required.
• 6 months of clinical experience is required as a Registered Dietitian.
• Prior completion of a Specialty Fellowship Program or Specialty Certification: e.g. CNSC, CDE, CSR, CSP, CSO, IBCLC, etc. or achievement of MS is required. Maintenance of 30 CEUs/2 years is required.
• Master's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field preferred.
• Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) or other relevant certification preferred.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

Pay Range: $30.76-$35.88

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