Nutritionist (PT Day) - WIC Program - Elizabeth, NJReq #:0000137910

　　Category:Dietitian / Nutritionist

　　Status:Part-Time

　　Shift:Day

　　Facility:Trinitas Regional Medical Center

　　Department:W I C Program

　　Location:

　　Landmark Medical Arts Bldg, 200 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

　　Essential Job Functions:

　　Uses the NJWIC guided script for assessments, medical screens, food package assignment, referrals and plan

　　Performs part of the WIC certification as needed including financial and health information

　　Works closely with breastfeeding staff to coordinate care

　　Explain and collects signatures for consents to provide health screening, share immunization information and other programs administered under the auspices of the NJDOH

　　Performs required health screening including anthropometric measurements, blood work

　　Assesses the health screening data for women, infants and children

　　Reviews immunization information according to policies set forth

　　Provides individual and or group nutrition education contacts according to NJWIC Guidelines

　　Monitors clinic flow to ensure that services are provided in an effective timely manner

　　Prepares educational themes and displays for classes, waiting rooms and bulletin boards

　　Participates in community events

　　Assigns food benefits based upon nutritional assessment

　　Ensures that participants needing special formula or nutritionals are processes according to NJWIC policies

　　Protocol requires working closely with doctors and parents to develop appropriate feeding plans

　　Follows up on monthly formula orders

　　Educational Skills Required (Degree(s), Certification(s), License, etc.):

　　Minimum BA/BS Nutrition, ADA Plan IV or V Verification*Does not have to be a registered dietitian.

　　Operates various office equipment, scales, digital rods, etc.

　　Interviews and updates in computer intake simultaneously

　　High level of trustworthiness required

　　Enjoys working with families from various backgrounds

　　Bi-lingual skills in various languages are welcomed

　　Additional Information:

　　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.

　　Trinitas Regional Medical Center is a full-service healthcare facility serving those living and working in Eastern and Central Union counties.

　　Our Elizabeth, NJ hospital operates on two major campuses. Trinitas Regional Medical Center has 554 beds, including a 120-bed long-term care center. Trinitas Regional Medical Center is proud to offer state-of-the-art medicine backed by compassion and competence.

　　Our friendly, professional staff includes skilled physicians who are the foundation of the care we provide. Together, our medical team offers the community the most advanced technological care in every area of medicine and surgery.

　　RWJBarnabas Health is the most comprehensive health care delivery system in New Jersey, with a service area covering five million people. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, Community Medical Center in Toms River, Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, RWJUH- New Brunswick, RWJUH- Somerset in Somerville, RWJUH- Hamilton, RWJUH- Rahway and Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston; three acute care children s hospitals and a leading pediatric rehabilitation hospital (Children s Specialized Hospital), a freestanding 100-bed behavioral health center, trauma centers, a satellite emergency department, ambulatory care centers, geriatric centers, the state s largest behavioral health network, comprehensive home care and hospice programs, fitness and wellness centers, retail pharmacy services, a medical group, multi-site imaging centers and an accountable care organization.

　　We offer a great work environment, competitive rates and excellent benefits, including:

　　Medical/Dental/Vision plans

　　401 (k)

　　PTO

　　Short & Long Term Disability

　　Basic Life & Accidental Death Insurance

　　Tuition Reimbursement

　　Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

　　RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer