Nutritionist, WIC Program Req #: 0000183280
Category: Dietitian / Nutritionist
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Department: W I C Program
Location: Landmark Medical Arts Bldg, 200 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Job Overview:

The Nutritionist provides nutrition assessments/education, assigns appropriate risks, and food packages for participants in the WIC Program.

The Trinitas Women's, Infants and Children Nutrition Program, or WIC, is a supplemental food and nutrition program funded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). WIC provides nutritious foods, nutrition education, health screenings, and access to health care and referrals to community organizations, breastfeeding education, and immunization information and voter registration.

Qualifications:

Required:

Minimum BA/BS Nutrition or related field

Preferred:

Bi-lingual skills in various languages

Scheduling Requirements:

Full-time

Essential Functions:

Demonstrates knowledge of processing standards and the NJWIC Priority SystemEnsures that individual and secondary contacts are provided according to policies and meets VENA requirementsFollows the high risk protocol and education contact requirementsPerforms and accesses anthropometric measurements, immunizations and assesses the health screening data for women, infants and childrenInterprets growth charts and weightProvides blood work tests and operates equipment appropriatelyReviews immunization information according to policies set forthMaintains current referral resource listAdheres and may approve Special Formulas according to the Protocol and policiesEnsures that food package prescriptions are kept in the participant file within 24 hoursFollows doctor's prescriptions and educates the guardian of formula preparationFollows the Annual Nutrition Education PlanConducts facilitated sessions; food demonstrations and offers online education or otherEnsures that individual and secondary contacts are provided according to policies for certification, mid-certs, high risk and group contactsPrepares educational displays for the WIC environmentParticipates in group events and prepares educational events and submits articles in the local newslettersAssists with all aspects of certification including family registration, income verification, orientation and benefit issuanceMust be able to establish network connectivity at main site and remote sitesContacts help desk for connectivity issues and errors in processing a client recordAssists in other related duties as required to ensure that services are not interrupted to include but not limited to benefits issuance, record retention, outreach events, reception area and phone/email coverageUses the language line when appropriateOperates various office equipment, scales, digital rods, etc.Interviews and updates in computer intake simultaneouslyAttends required trainings provided by NJWIC and as requiredProcessing standards are acceptable for all servicesIs aware of flow during clinic sessions and in the classroom to reduce waiting timeManages remote services within time framesMaintains a neat organized work areaOffice environment is noisy and full of playful children

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, 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.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer