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Degreed Nutritionist - WIC Program - Full Time/Days - REQ#2117967240
Antelope Valley Medical Center —Lancaster, CA
- $26.50 - $37.43 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Hospital
- Ability to walk for extended periods
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Degreed Nutritionist - WIC Program - Full Time/Days - REQ#2117967242
Antelope Valley Medical Center —Lancaster, CA
- $26.50 - $37.43 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Hospital
- Ability to walk for extended periods
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Degreed Nutritionist - WIC Program - Full Time/Days - REQ#2117967241
Antelope Valley Medical Center —Lancaster, CA
- $26.50 - $37.43 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Hospital
- Ability to walk for extended periods
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Degreed Nutritionist - WIC Program - Full Time/Days - REQ#2117967240

Antelope Valley Medical Center -
Lancaster, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$26.50 - $37.43 an hour

Qualifications

Customer communication
Passenger vehicle
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Job Objective:

The Degreed Nutritionist is responsible for providing counseling and nutrition education for high risk WIC Participants. The Degreed Nutritionist performs enrollments, re-certifications, mid-certifications, trimester checks, prescribes and issues food instruments for WIC participants.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Conducts nutrition assessment for WIC participants

Evaluates height, weight, and lab values from medical form
Evaluates nutrition questionnaire
Evaluates and prioritizes nutrition risks
Consults with the Registered Dietitian to develop a care plan

B. Nutrition education

Provides nutrition counseling on ISIS generated risks or participant choice
Includes breastfeeding encouragement and support education for all pregnant participants
Uses motivational interviewing techniques and involves participant in counseling
Counseling is focused and time spent is appropriate
Appropriate pamphlets and referral are given
Facilitate/conduct group education classes
Attend Agency meetings to keep current on participant education topics which includes driving to alternate clinics

C. Documentation

Enters all data, labs, height/weight, and demographic information into ISIS correctly
Enters note in the INEP screen for all enrollments, recertification's, single trimester, and mid-certification checks
The note entered in the INEP screen is related to the ISIS generated nutrition risk and the appropriate follow up plan is indicated when necessary
All pregnant participants have a breasffeeding support/encouragement note in on the individual screen
Education contacts are documented on the Nutrition Education screen for each participant
Appropriate HOLDS are placed for request for blood test, immunization record, medical forms, address, and income verification
Ensure all appropriate documents are signed by the participant

D. ISIS competency

Complete enrollments, recertification's, mid-certifications, trimester checks, and Disqualifications according to WIC Program guidelines
Prescribe the correct food package for the participant
Make the correct appointment in the correct clinic for the participant
Enter all data into ISIS correctly

Non-Essential Duties

Safety Officer
Manage Food Instrument order
Update nutrition education boards in classrooms
Over-see outreach activities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge

Excellent customer service skills
Excellent command of the English Language

Skills

Ability to speak in public
Perform duties in a timely manner

Abilities

Ability to maintain composure under stressful situations
Ability to empathize with participants of the WIC Program
Ability to multi-task
Ability to operate a motor vehicle

Core Competencies: All AVH employees will effectively demonstrate these behaviors:

Accountability

Action Oriented

Customer Focused

Compassion

Effective Communication

Teamwork

Ethics & Values

Integrity & Trust

Education and Experience:

Education

BS or Masters Degree in Food Nutrition Dietetics or related field

And

Must meet the education requirements stated in the California WIC Program Manual (WPM 130-50)

Experience

1 year of experience working in a community nutrition program preferred

Required Licensure and/or Certifications:

BS Degreed Nutritionist must complete 50 continuing education units every 5 years
MS Degreed Nutritionist must complete 75 continuing education units every 5 years.
California driver's license and current car insurance

AVH Conduct/Compliance Expectations:

Ability to adhere with AVH Leaves of Absence Policy
Ability to adhere with AVH Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy
Ability to adhere with AVH Recording of Hours Worked Policy
Ability to adhere to the department dress code
Ability to organize work and establish priorities
Ability to expand on own initiative in performance of duties
Skill and ability to follow the telephone etiquette/standards
Conforms to AVH Standards of Excellence
Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters
Ability to communicate effectively while maintaining good working relationships with coworkers, managers and other hospital staff
Ability to adhere to the normal standards of courtesy and conduct as defined under the rules of hospitality at AVH
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patient, hospital and department information
Ability to adhere to safety rules and regulations
Safely and effectively uses all equipment necessary to carry out duties
Ability to interpret and function under hospital and department policies and procedures
Conforms with required and appropriate Joint Commission requirements
Conforms with and supports hospital quality assurance and improvement guidelines
Ability to participate effectively in department and hospital staff education
Display a willingness to work as a team player
Ability to give and support the highest level of patient/customer satisfaction at all times
Supports and adheres to the values and mission statement established by the AVH Board of Directors

Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Corporate Compliance rules and regulations, complies with duty to report behavior standard, demonstrates understanding of purpose for Corporate Compliance hotline and importance of seeking guidance from a supervisor when in doubt regarding a possible corporate compliance issue

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Must be able to stand and walk for most of the day
Must be able to function in a noisy crowded environmnet
Must be able to lift and carry 15 pounds for short distances
Must be able to work schedule required by theneeds of the program

Education

BS or Master’s Degree in Food Nutrition Dietetics or related field

and

Must meet the education requirements stated in the California WIC Program Manual (WPM 130-50).

Required Licensure and/or Certifications:

California driver’s license and current car insurance.
BS Degreed Nutritionist must complete 50 continuing education units every 5 years.
MS Degreed Nutritionist must complete 75 continuing education units every 5 years.

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