Registered Dietitian

LaSante Health Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LaSante Health Center in Brooklyn, NY invites a qualified Registered Dietitian to join our on-site care team full-time. You will provide individualized nutrition counseling focused on weight management, chronic disease prevention and wellness.

The RD will collaborate with physicians and nurses, develop personalized meal plans, educate patients, and document progress while staying current with guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must hold current RD/RDN credential.
• Experience in dietetics and nutrition education is required.
• Experience with weight management and creating individualized meal plans.
• Knowledge of nutrition-related chronic conditions (diabetes, obesity, hypertension, cardiovascular disease).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to engage and educate a diverse patient population.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Knowledge of community-specific health challenges is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutritional assessments and evaluate patients' dietary needs and goals.
• Provide one-on-one counseling and education to patients.
• Develop personalized meal plans based on medical conditions, lifestyle, and goals.
• Support patients with weight management and related conditions.
• Educate on healthy food choices, portions, and meal planning.
• Collaborate with physicians and other providers to create care plans.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate patient documentation.
• Provide culturally sensitive nutrition education.
• Stay current on evidence-based nutrition practices.

Skills

Registered Dietitian credentials

Dietetics experience

Weight management

Chronic diseases knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Education for diverse populations

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Community health awareness

Education

RD/RDN credential

Bachelor’s in Nutrition or Dietetics

Job description

LaSante Health Center is seeking a knowledgeable and compassionate Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) to join our growing healthcare team. This full-time, on-site position is based in Brooklyn, NY.

The Registered Dietitian Nutritionist will provide individualized nutritional counseling and education to patients, with a focus on weight management, chronic disease prevention and management, and overall wellness. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with a diverse patient population and collaborating with medical providers and other healthcare professionals to support comprehensive patient care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutritional assessments and evaluate patients' individual dietary needs and health goals.

• Provide one-on-one nutritional counseling and education to patients.

• Develop personalized meal plans and nutrition recommendations based on patients' medical conditions, lifestyles, and goals.

• Support patients with weight management, obesity, diabetes, hypertension, cardiac health, and other nutrition-related health concerns.

• Educate patients on healthy food choices, portion control, meal planning, and sustainable lifestyle changes.

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to develop comprehensive patient care plans.

• Monitor patient progress and adjust nutrition plans and recommendations as needed.

• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation.

• Provide nutrition education that is culturally sensitive and appropriate for a diverse patient population.

• Stay current on evidence-based nutrition practices and relevant healthcare guidelines.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential is required.

• Experience in dietetics, nutritional counseling, and nutrition education.

• Experience with weight management and creating individualized meal plans.

• Knowledge of nutrition-related chronic conditions, including diabetes, obesity, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to effectively engage and educate a diverse patient population.

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

• Knowledge of community-specific health challenges is a plus.

About LaSante Health Center

LaSante Health Center is a culturally diverse medical facility providing comprehensive medical, dental, behavioral health, and specialty care to patients of all ages. We are dedicated to addressing healthcare disparities in Brooklyn through accessible, community-based care.

Our services focus on preventive care and improving outcomes for patients affected by chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and cardiac disease. Our mission is to provide high-quality, affordable healthcare to everyone, regardless of background, orientation, or ability to pay.

Join our team and help make a meaningful difference in the health and wellness of the communities we serve.