Registered Dietitian – WIC

Community Health Care, Inc.; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Care, Inc. in Davenport, IA is seeking a Registered Dietitian to deliver WIC nutrition services, assess participants, determine eligibility, and tailor food packages to individual needs.

You will provide individualized and group education, support breastfeeding, coordinate follow-ups, and maintain accurate documentation across Maternal and Child Health programs while collaborating with the WIC team and other professionals.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian Credential or eligible to take the registration examination.
• Completion of the minimum undergraduate requirements established by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Completion of an accredited dietetic internship.
• Knowledge of nutrition, dietetics, and medical terminology.
• Ability to work effectively with children, families, and culturally diverse populations.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required, as travel between clinic and alternative sites may be necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments, including dietary histories, height, weight, and health questionnaires.
• Determine WIC program eligibility and certification based on nutritional risk.
• Develop individualized nutrition plans and tailor food packages to participants' dietary needs.
• Provide individual and group nutrition education and counseling.
• Support breastfeeding mothers and promote breastfeeding education.
• Coordinate nutrition education services and ensure required participant follow-up and documentation.
• Provide nutrition services to Maternal and Child Health programs as assigned.
• Assist with referrals to additional healthcare and community resources.
• Maintain accurate participant records and required WIC program documentation.
• Collaborate with the WIC Coordinator and other healthcare professionals to support program goals and quality improvement.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Cultural competence

Dietary assessment

Record keeping

Education

Registered Dietitian Credential or eligible to take the registration examination

Undergraduate requirements per Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Accredited dietetic internship

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Conduct nutrition assessments, including dietary histories, height, weight, and health questionnaires.

Determine WIC program eligibility and certification based on nutritional risk.

Develop individualized nutrition plans and tailor food packages to participants' dietary needs.

Provide individual and group nutrition education and counseling.

Support breastfeeding mothers and promote breastfeeding education.

Coordinate nutrition education services and ensure required participant follow-up and documentation.

Provide nutrition services to Maternal and Child Health programs as assigned.

Assist with referrals to additional healthcare and community resources.

Maintain accurate participant records and required WIC program documentation.

Collaborate with the WIC Coordinator and other healthcare professionals to support program goals and quality improvement.

Qualifications

Registered Dietitian Credential or eligible to take the registration examination for dietitians

Completion of the minimum undergraduate requirements established by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Completion of an accredited dietetic internship.

Knowledge of nutrition, dietetics, and medical terminology.

Ability to work effectively with children, families, and culturally diverse populations.

Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.

Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required, as travel between clinic and alternative sites may be necessary.

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