Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Nutrition Program Coordinator to lead and enhance our community nutrition initiatives. In this role, you will develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive nutrition programs tailored to diverse populations, including long-term care residents, hospital patients, and community members. Your expertise will drive impactful health outcomes by coordinating care plans, conducting patient assessments, and providing education on nutrition and wellness. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives through innovative nutritional strategies and compassionate support.
Duties
- Design and execute nutrition programs that align with organizational goals and community needs, emphasizing health coaching and patient-centered care
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to evaluate nutritional status, including diagnostic evaluations and physiology considerations
- Develop personalized care plans addressing specific health conditions such as weight loss, geriatrics, acute care needs, or tube feeding requirements
- Supervise nutrition staff and dietetic interns, providing guidance on best practices in dietary management and ensuring adherence to protocols
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to integrate dietary interventions within hospital or long-term care settings using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems
- Educate patients and caregivers on nutrition strategies, including dietary modifications for weight management or chronic disease management
- Monitor program effectiveness through data analysis and adjust approaches based on outcomes and feedback
Experience
- Proven experience in supervising nutrition or dietary departments within healthcare or community settings
- Strong background in dietetics, with knowledge of physiology, diagnostics, and clinical nutrition practices
- Hands-on experience with hospital or long-term care environments, including familiarity with acute care protocols and geriatrics
- Demonstrated expertise in health coaching techniques to motivate behavioral change and promote wellness
- Experience managing care plans for diverse populations such as elderly patients or those requiring specialized feeding methods like tube feeding
- Proficiency with EMR systems for documentation, patient tracking, and reporting purposes
- Prior involvement in weight loss programs or nutritional interventions aimed at improving health outcomes
Join us as a Nutrition Program Coordinator to inspire healthier lives through innovative nutritional solutions! Your passion for health education combined with your clinical expertise will empower individuals to achieve their wellness goals. We are committed to supporting your professional growth while making a positive impact on the communities we serve.
Pay: $48,961.73 - $58,964.66 per year
Location:
Work Location: Remote
