Marana Health·Marana, Arizona
The RDN provides nutritional assessments, education, and individualized care plans for patients to improve clinical outcomes and quality of life. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and act as a liaison between patients, clinicians, and government agencies.
Marana Health is seeking a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist – Medical to join the Clinical Operations team at the Marana Main Health Center, located in the heart of Marana, AZ.
The Registered Dietitian Nutritionist – Medical (RDN) supports the interdisciplinary teams by providing nutritional assessment, education, and management to patients with, or at risk of disease, complications, cognitive and functional decline.
The RDN develops and implements an individualized care plan designed to promote the patient’s understanding and management of their condition, optimize quality of life, and improve clinical outcomes.
Marana Health is a Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC), with 11 sites in Tucson and Pima County.
Our mission is to improve our community by providing exceptional, whole-person healthcare.
The following qualifications are required: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) (Didactic Program in Dietetics) or registration-eligible status as specified by (ACEND) is required at time of appointment.
Registration must be obtained within 1 year from the time of appointment and must be maintained thereafter as a condition of employment.
Bachelor’s degree from a program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) (Didactic Program in Dietetics) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (may be completed with MH upon hire) First Aid certification (may be completed with MH upon hire) Fingerprint Clearance Card through the Arizona Department of Public Safety Current Arizona driver’s license with clean driving record and proof of current vehicle insurance (39-month MVR will be run by MH) The following qualifications are preferred: Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE from NCBDE) or Board Certified-Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM from AADE) credential Bilingual (English/Spanish) Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered if applicable and must be directly related to the functions and body of knowledge required to successfully perform the job.
This position has the following supervisory responsibilities: May occasionally provide direction, training, or guidance to others.
The ideal candidate will also possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Able to provide excellent participant-centered customer service in person and/or via telehealth.
Able to operate a computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
Demonstrates excellent leadership qualities.
Demonstrates knowledge for all age groups including neonates, infants, children, adolescents, and adults, and geriatrics.
Excellent customer service, organizational, and communication skills with emphasis on responsiveness, building trust, mutual respect, and courtesy.
Ability to cultivate a culture of respect and service excellence through professionalism, effective communication, and demonstrated commitment to integrity, trust, fairness, and respect.
Demonstrates professionalism, respect, and the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Consults with clinicians regarding patients’ diagnosis, prognosis, and progress. Ensures patients and families receive accurate explanations of nutritional assessments and goals for needed changes and maintenance of health. Instruct patient and/or family members in the proper and safe usage of supplements, formulas, diets, and activity. Monitors high-risk client progress. Develops personalized core meal plans for patients based on medical diagnosis Social Determinants of Health. Coordinates patient services and referrals with appropriate agencies when necessary. Documents Nutrition Care Plans. Develops and/or approves nutrition education materials and protocols. Acts as a liaison to public and government agencies, health care providers and hospitals regarding nutrition and program service issues. Participates in the development of policies and procedures. Assists in developing training/onboarding and educational plans for staff in the area of nutrition. Acts as preceptor/proctor for medical/dietetic internships. Assists in planning and coordinating outreach efforts and/or other clinical programs or projects. Responds to requests for information by providing written information and/or verbal presentations when requested Attends nutrition education workshops, regional training, departmental in-services and MH-sponsored in-services as assigned. Develops rapport and foster open communication with staff and patients. Provides nutrition education to patients individually or in groups. Maintains confidentiality. Demonstrates the ability to use interpretation and/or translation services to collect information from patients with limited English proficiency. Plans and participates in community outreach activities. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public. Performs other duties as assigned.
Marana Health’s vision is to be the premier provider and employer in community health. To support our mission and vision in our community, Marana Health believes health and well-being must start at home. Therefore, employees have many opportunities to care for our own health and wellness with benefits such as: Medical, Dental, and Vision 403(b) with employer contribution Short-term disability and other benefits Paid time off including 11 holidays plus vacation and sick leave accrual Paid bereavement, jury duty, and community service time Education reimbursement ($3,000 per year for full-time) Marana Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and pregnancy-related conditions. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position or to participate in the interview process under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), please contact our Human Resources Department at 520-682-4111. Marana Health will recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, all personnel actions such as compensation, promotion, demotion, benefits, transfers, staff reductions, terminations, reinstatement and rehire, company-sponsored training, education and tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will be administered in accordance with the principles of equal employment opportunity.
Candidates must be a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or registration-eligible with a Bachelor's degree from an ACEND-accredited program. Required certifications include BLS, First Aid, and a Fingerprint Clearance Card, with CDE or BC-ADM credentials preferred.
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