Certified Dietician Nutritionist

Basic Function:

Responsible for the provision of nutrition services for the Seneca Nation Health System (SNHS).  Coordinates nutrition services with other health services and with existing nutrition programs of other agencies. Plans, prepares, and conducts in-service educational programs in nutrition.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Plans, develops and evaluates the nutrition component of the program which includes determining needs and problems of the population. Assists in developing policies, standards and services in accordance with nutrition services.
2. Creates nutrition plans to improve the health and physical conditions of the patients.
3. Analyzes the patient’s health status, goals and dietary restrictions and creates a suitable nutritional plan for individual patients considering their life circumstances and chronic health conditions.
4. Tracks patient’s dietary intake and progress.
5. Educates patients and families on how to maintain a balanced and healthy diet.
6. Connects patients with other needed health services such as fitness training and behavioral health counseling.
7. Promotes nutrition through community wide presentations and awareness programs.
8. Stays up to date on the latest nutrition research.
9. Provides nutrition consultation to professional staff and other Seneca Nation programs.
10. Cooperates with and initiates plans with appropriate community agencies for provision of food assistance for families.
11. Prepares reports and summaries as required.
12. Maintains effective verbal and written communications and positive public relations.
13. Performs duties with sensitivity to community needs and cultural differences.
14. Actively participates in case conferences and planning which may involve other health care providers.
15. Follows all policies and procedures of the department, Seneca Nation, and SNHS.
16. Works to promote cooperative staff efforts to provide and maintain high quality service to patients, physicians and other staff to assure quality care.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of HIPAA regulations and health informatics.
• Good decision making and judgement capabilities.
• Ability to communicate with all patients and family members.
• Knowledge about diabetes and the nutritional role in the treatment of diabetes and prevention of complications.
• Knowledge of the Seneca Nation culture and traditions and the role of nutrition in the culture.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or related field is required.
• Registered Dietician Nutritionist Certificate, RDN, from the Commission of Dietetic Registration (CDR)
• Must have or obtain Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) certification within 5 years of employment.
• Public health experience preferred.
• Experience in a large hospital, academic medical center, outpatient health care setting, or Indian Health Service (IHS)/tribal health, preferred.

Salary : $29