Current jobs related to Nutrition Therapist - Nome, Alaska - Norton Sound Health

  • Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership Teacher

    3 weeks ago

    Nome, Alaska, United States Kawerak Inc Full time

    Kawerak Inc Job DescriptionJob Title:Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership TeacherJob Summary:We are seeking a qualified Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership Teacher to join our team at Kawerak Inc. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing the Head Start Program Performance Standards, the Head Start Act, and all applicable federal...

Nutrition Therapist

2 months ago

Nome, Alaska, United States Norton Sound Health Full time
Job Summary

Norton Sound Health Corporation is seeking a highly skilled Nutrition Therapist to join our team. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for providing medical nutrition therapy, developing and implementing nutrition care plans, and providing health education to individuals and groups.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide medical nutrition therapy and develop nutrition care plans for individuals and groups in outpatient, inpatient, and long-term care settings.
  • Work with communities to set and achieve community-based diabetes program outcomes and document achievements.
  • Create, plan, and execute health education activities for diabetes and chronic disease prevention projects.
  • Collaborate with health educators, dietitians, prevention coordinators, and other healthcare professionals to achieve program goals.
  • Lead, collaborate with, and assist with monitoring and reporting to satisfy grant requirements.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or Dietetics.
  • CDR Credential and State of Alaska licensure within 6 months of hire.
  • BLS within 1 year of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
  • 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting.
  • Experience working with communities and developing health education programs.
What We Offer
  • A competitive salary and benefits package.
  • The opportunity to work with a dynamic and dedicated team of healthcare professionals.
  • The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.