Clinical Nutrition Specialist

2 weeks ago

San Diego, California, United States San Ysidro Health Center Full time
Position Overview:

The Clinical Nutrition Specialist is tasked with delivering comprehensive nutrition education to individuals participating in various programs offered by San Ysidro Health Center, both in clinical and community environments. This role includes conducting thorough nutrition evaluations, formulating nutrition prescriptions, and developing tailored nutrition care strategies in line with established nutrition practice standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Duties: 60%
  • Conduct detailed nutrition evaluations to identify potential nutritional risks.
  • Facilitate Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) sessions, including follow-up appointments.
  • Issue nutrition prescriptions in accordance with professional guidelines.
  • Design and document individualized nutrition care plans.
  • Assess and monitor the effectiveness of provided MNT.
  • Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure coordinated patient care.
  • Serve as a consultant for the Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program (CPSP).
  • Create culturally relevant nutrition and health education materials.
  • Deliver nutrition education workshops as necessary.
Community Engagement: 40%
  • Refer high-risk clients to appropriate providers for MNT and offer support for any MNT provided.
  • Perform nutrition evaluations, identify nutritional risks, develop care plans, and prescribe WIC food packages.
  • Provide both group and individual nutrition and breastfeeding education.
  • Distribute breast pumps following agency guidelines.
  • Facilitate referrals to other relevant programs.
  • Engage in outreach and referral activities to enhance program linkages.
  • Offer nutrition education and mentorship as required.
Additional Responsibilities:
  • Adhere to established departmental policies, procedures, and quality assurance standards.
  • Promote professional development through participation in educational initiatives and workshops.
  • Attend required meetings and contribute to committees as needed.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:

Experience:
  • At least 3 years of experience as a Clinical Registered Dietitian Nutritionist.
  • A minimum of 2 years providing diabetes education.
  • At least 1 year of experience in prenatal nutrition.
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or a related field.
  • Completion of a Didactic Internship.
Certifications:
  • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
  • Certification as a Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) is preferred.
Skills:
  • Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English.
  • Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
Technical Proficiencies:
  • Commitment to serving a diverse, low-income population.
  • Familiarity with community health center operations is advantageous.
  • Proficient in computer applications.
  • Able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
Equipment Utilized:
  • Standard office equipment, including computers, telecommunication devices, and document reproduction tools.
Work Environment:
  • Requires prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and walking.
  • May involve working in a noisy clinic setting with young children and infants.
  • Physical ability to lift up to 20 lbs. with appropriate equipment.
  • Availability to work some evenings and weekends as needed.
  • Potential travel to various San Ysidro Health sites may be required.
Universal Requirements:

Pre-employment conditions include verification of identity and employment eligibility, physical examination, background checks, and compliance with vaccination mandates.

About Us: San Ysidro Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Care organization dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate, and accessible healthcare services to families. Founded nearly 50 years ago by a group of women advocating for medical services, San Ysidro Health now serves over 108,000 patients through a network of 47 program sites. Our mission is supported by the commitment of our dedicated staff.

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