Onsite CDE Nutritionist & Diabetes Educator

Akicita Federal, LLC; Jicarilla (NM); Presencial; USD 100.000 - 140.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Akicita Federal is seeking a qualified Nutritionist/Nutrition Educator to deliver medical nutrition therapy and culturally aware dietary education across outpatient, inpatient, and community settings. You will join a multidisciplinary team serving IHS patients and promoting wellness through tailored plans and education.

The role requires a RD/RDN, CDE certification or CDHE, and at least 2 years of clinical nutrition experience, with proficiency in EMR and MS Office.

Formación

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field.
• Current RD/RDN registration with CDR.
• State licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct individualized nutrition assessments and develop evidence-based nutrition care plans tailored to patient needs.
• Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to patients with chronic diseases such as diabetes, obesity, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease.
• Educate patients and families on healthy eating habits, label reading, and culturally relevant meal planning.
• Support interdisciplinary care by collaborating with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other allied health professionals.
• Deliver group classes, health promotion events, and community outreach programs focused on nutrition and wellness.
• Document all patient interactions in the electronic health record system (e.g., RPMS/EHR) in a timely and accurate manner.
• Participate in quality improvement projects, audits, and program development related to nutrition services.
• Provide training and guidance to paraprofessional staff or diet technician aides as needed.

Conocimientos

EMR proficiency

Communication skills

MS Office

Educación

Nutrition/Dietetics degree (BSc/MSc)

RD/RDN certification (CDR)

State licensure eligibility

Herramientas

RPMS/EHR

Descripción del empleo

Akicita Federal is seeking a qualified Nutritionist/Nutrition Educator to deliver medical nutrition therapy and culturally aware dietary education across outpatient, inpatient, and community settings. You will join a multidisciplinary team serving IHS patients and promoting wellness through tailored plans and education.

The role requires a RD/RDN, CDE certification or CDHE, and at least 2 years of clinical nutrition experience, with proficiency in EMR and MS Office.