Nutritionist RD

Job Overview

The Registered Dietitian will lead community nutrition education and food access programming in accordance with the RWJBH Community Health project. This position will be responsible for overseeing Monmouth Medical Center’s Food Farmacy program as well as group nutrition education at Community Medical Centers’ upcoming hydroponic greenhouse in South Toms River.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics
• Certified Registered Dietitian Nutritionist accredited through CDR
• Knowledge of food access challenges in the community and federal food assistance programs including SNAP, WIC, SFMNP, and CACFP
• Transportation abilities between assigned facilities

Preferred

• Masters Degree in Nutrition or Public Health
• Two years experience in nutrition education and group teaching
• ServSafe certification

Scheduling Requirements

FT Day Shift

Essential Functions

• Oversee Monmouth Medical Center’s Food Farmacy program in partnership with Fulfill Foodbank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties (approximately 3 days per week)
• Provide group nutrition education at Community Medical Center’s upcoming hydroponic greenhouse (approximately 2 days per week)
• Completes nutrition assessments while providing the highest quality service and follows up in a timely manner as per policy and procedure
• Documents appropriate nutrition history and nutritional care in writing in the EMR
• Organizes and teaches child and adult nutrition education programs at Monmouth and Community Medical Centers

Benefits and Perks

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dent and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon… and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.