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Job Summary
Under general supervision, provides professional nutrition services to participants in the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program. Conducts nutrition assessments, determines nutrition risk factors, develops care plans, provides participant-centered nutrition education and counseling, supports breastfeeding promotion, and authorizes WIC food packages and formulas within established guidelines. Coordinates care with healthcare providers and community resources, maintains required documentation, and contributes to quality service delivery. Participates in staff development, quality improvement activities, and program operations while developing proficiency in WIC policies, procedures, and public health nutrition practice.

Essential Functions:

• Comprehensive Nutrition Assessment & Counseling (30%)
  • Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments by evaluating anthropometric data, laboratory values, health history, medical diagnoses, dietary intake, feeding practices, and other relevant factors.
  • Provide individualized, participant-centered nutrition education and counseling using evidence-based practices and established WIC guidance.
  • Manage routine and moderately complex nutrition concerns and consult with experienced staff as appropriate.
• Nutrition Risk Evaluation, Care Planning, and Documentation (15%)
  • Evaluate participant information and assign nutrition risk factors using established federal and state criteria.
  • Develop and implement participant care plans based on identified risks and needs.
  • Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements.
  • Ensure appropriate follow-up for high-risk participants.
• Breastfeeding Promotion & Support (15%)
  • Promote and support breastfeeding through participant education, counseling, and encouragement.
  • Provide guidance for common breastfeeding concerns and support participants in achieving breastfeeding goals.
  • Refer complex lactation concerns according to established protocols.
• Food Package and Formula Management (10%)
  • Assess participant needs and authorize specialized WIC food packages and eligible formulas in accordance with federal and state regulations and local agency procedures.
  • Review supporting documentation and consult supervisory staff regarding complex formula requests or medically high-risk situations.
• Program Operations and Administrative Support (10%)
  • Support clinic operations by assisting with appointment coverage, participant flow, telephone support, and other operational activities as needed to ensure efficient service delivery.
• Quality Improvement and Professional Development (10%)
  • Participate in quality improvement activities, staff meetings, required trainings, and program initiatives.
  • Maintain current knowledge of nutrition science, public health nutrition, breastfeeding support, and WIC regulations through continuing education and professional development.
• Clinical Consultation and Referrals (5%)
  • Coordinate participant care with healthcare providers, community partners, and other service agencies as appropriate.
  • Initiate referrals based on identified participant needs and document follow-up activities in accordance with program requirements.
• Staff Support and Training (5%)
  • Assist with orientation, training, and support of paraprofessional staff, volunteers, and dietetic interns as assigned.
  • Share program knowledge and provide guidance within established scope and protocols.
• Productivity and Performance (0%)
  • Complete assigned duties within expected timeframes while maintaining accuracy, quality standards, regulatory compliance, and participant-centered service.
• Promote Positive Work Culture (0%)
  • Contribute to a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
  • Demonstrate professionalism, support teamwork, and foster positive working relationships with participants, coworkers, community partners, and healthcare providers.

Education:

• Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field and current RD/RDN credential.
• Bachelor’s-prepared RDs credentialed prior to the master’s requirement are eligible.

Work Experience:

• Less than one (1) year of experience as a Registered Dietitian. Completion of an accredited supervised practice program qualifies as required experience.

Licenses:

• DIETICIAN-Registered Dietitian Certification - CDR - Commission on Dietetic Registration Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Effective communication skills in both oral and written form.
• Demonstrates ability to delegate responsibility as appropriate.
• Ability to exercise good independent judgment.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions. Process the ability to assess data reflecting the patient’s status and interpreting appropriate information.
• Demonstrates knowledge of disease specific and age specific nutrition standards of care.
• Demonstrates understanding of Local, State, Federal and The Joint Commission standards and regulations.
• Demonstrates competency with computer system for order entry and to update diet and patient information.
• Demonstrates understanding of how to use most current version of on-line Nutrition Care Manual.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and other IT/software systems.

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Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.