Registered Dietitian

Tennessee Department of Health; Tennessee; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent county benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

A local health agency in Greeneville, TN is seeking a Registered Dietitian to support the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program. This role focuses on providing professional nutrition services, evaluating nutrition data, and supporting community health initiatives. The ideal candidate will have active RD registration and experience in clinical nutrition. Benefits include stable employment and opportunities for professional growth, making a significant impact on community wellness across Tennessee.

Qualifications

• Active registered dietitian status with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• One year of full-time professional nutrition experience or a Master's degree plus active RD registration.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate nutrition services and deliver medical nutrition therapy.
• Assign supplemental food packages and certify eligible WIC participants.
• Develop and monitor individualized nutrition care plans.
• Determine client eligibility for WIC services.
• Provide education on healthy lifestyles and breastfeeding.

Skills

Clinical nutrition knowledge

Counseling skills

Communication skills

Organizational abilities

Experience with diverse populations

Education

Master’s degree in human nutrition or related field

Active RD registration

Job description

Kickstart Your Registered Dietitian (Nutritionist) Career with Us!

Greeneville, TN | Full‑Time | Excellent County Benefits

Greene County Health Department is seeking a dedicated Registered Dietitian to provide professional nutrition services for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program at the county level. This role evaluates nutrition services, delivers medical nutrition therapy, and supports community health initiatives across the region.

What You’ll Do

• Assign supplemental food packages and certify eligible WIC participants in accordance with program guidelines
• Develop, document, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans and provide medical nutrition therapy
• Assess nutrition data, identify risk factors, and counsel clients on behavior change
• Determine client eligibility for WIC and therapeutic nutrition products
• Perform key health calculations (BMI, gestational age, nutrition intake, due date) and document findings in medical records
• Provide education on breastfeeding, diabetes management, and healthy lifestyle behaviors using varied teaching tools and media
• Serve as a nutrition expert on multi‑agency committees and represent the program in community outreach activities
• Maintain required continuing education and participate in ongoing training to stay current on best practices
• Support team performance by offering feedback, addressing misunderstandings, and evaluating work according to program standards

Qualifications

Active registration as a Registered Dietitian (RD) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration

AND

• One year of full‑time professional nutrition experience (before or after obtaining RD)

OR

• Master’s degree in human nutrition, dietetics, public health, or a related field and active RD registration

What We’re Looking For

• Strong clinical nutrition knowledge and counseling skills
• Ability to communicate complex nutrition concepts in a clear, supportive way
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Commitment to public health, maternal/child health, and community wellness
• Strong documentation and organizational abilities

Why Join Us?

You’ll play a meaningful role in improving nutrition, supporting families, and advancing community health across Tennessee. This position offers stable employment, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help support healthier Tennessee communities.