Wellness Dietitian / Diabetes Education / PRN

Summary of Performance Expectations

Provides nutrition and diabetes education to patients and community members, in both one-on-one sessions and group classes.   Assesses nutritional needs, develops and implements nutritional care plans, and evaluates and reports these results appropriately.

Education & Credentials

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics or related field. Registered Dietitian, licensed in NC or Registered Dietitian eligible. BCLS for healthcare providers or completion of BCLS from the American Heart Association within one month of employment date.

Preferred

Master of Science in Dietetics, Health Coach Certification, Certified Diabetes Educator.

Work Experience

Required

Two years of experience. Given training and on-the-job experience incumbent should be proficient in the basic aspects of the job within three months of employment date. Successful completion of internship may be considered in place of work experience.

Preferred

Community Health Education experience or Diabetes education experience.

About Catawba Valley Medical Center

Comprehensive, Accessible Healthcare Services in the Catawba Valley

As the region’s largest not-for-profit community hospital, we exist to heal and comfort patients, to promote and foster a healthier community, and to ensure access to healthcare to all who need it - regardless of ability to pay. With a wide array of medical specialties, our skilled nurses and providers are trained to treat virtually any type of injury or illness, providing high-quality, easily accessible healthcare close to home.

Our mission: Exceptional Healthcare. Every Person. Every Time.

At A Glance

• Region’s only level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Women’s Choice Award winner for America’s Best 100 Hospitals for Patient Experience for six consecutive years
• American College of Surgeons Accredited Comprehensive Community Cancer Center

High Level of Technical Care from Medical Experts

Catawba Valley Medical Center offers a wide range of services from experienced medical specialists capable of addressing virtually any healthcare concern. Our current hospital holds 258 beds and serves the five-county Hickory area. Through our skilled medical practitioners and our highly trained staff, we strive to provide the highest level of medical expertise using the latest, state-of-the-art technology available.

One of our goals at Catawba Valley Medical Center is to provide seamless care between your primary care provider and our hospital. Being a part of a vast healthcare network allows for easier and more efficient communication between local physicians, medical specialists and our hospital. No one should have to travel far for the expert level medical treatment they need. We work with a plethora of medical specialists capable of diagnosing, treating and operating on a wide variety of conditions.