Registered Dietitian

Elevance Health

. Plan and conduct programs to educate patients about nutrition.

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $62,916 - $94,374 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical nutrition therapy, patient education, and nutritional assessments, with a strong focus on developing and implementing therapeutic diets. Proficient in documenting nutrition care plans and collaborating with healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes.

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Registered DietitianNutritional CoachingMedical Nutrition TherapyNutrition AssessmentCNSC Certification

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Hard Skills

Nutrition AssessmentMedical Nutrition TherapyTherapeutic Diet PlanningMeal PreparationNutrition Care DocumentationDietary Change InstructionNutritional Principles EducationFood Selection GuidancePatient Goal SettingFollow-Up Care Evaluation

Soft Skills

Patient EducationInterpersonal CommunicationCollaboration with Healthcare PersonnelGoal OrientationAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered DietitianCNSC Certification

Industry Keywords

Nutrition TherapyDietary PlansPatient CareHealthcare FacilitiesChronic Disease Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and conduct programs to educate patients about nutrition.
Administer medical nutrition therapy.
Conduct nutrition assessments and obtain nutrition histories from patients.
Consult with physicians and other healthcare personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions.
Plan therapeutic diets and implement meal preparation and service for patients in healthcare facilities.
Instruct patients about meal plans and dietary changes, and establish goals and objectives.
Evaluate nutritional care and provide follow-up continuity of care.
Document nutrition care plans.
Inspect meals for conformance to prescribed diets.
Instruct patients and families in nutritional principles, dietary plans, food selection, and preparation.
Educate staff on nutrition and diet therapy.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Requires BA/BS and minimum of 3 years of related experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
Registered dietitian required.
Must successfully pass CNSC exam within 12 months of hire and maintain certification.
Nutritional coaching experience for members with conditions such as CAD, COPD, Asthma, Diabetes, HTN, and HF.
Ability to meet necessary internet speed requirements and adhere to work-at-home agreements.
Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s), unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.
Must work Monday - Friday 10:30 - 7 pm EST.
Candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles must become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza, unless an acceptable explanation is provided.

Benefits

Comp & perks

$2000 Sign on Bonus
comprehensive benefits package
incentive and recognition programs
equity stock purchase
401k contribution
merit increases
paid holidays
Paid Time Off
incentive bonus programs
medical, dental, vision
short and long term disability benefits
401(k) +match
stock purchase plan
life insurance
wellness programs
financial education resources
Virtual full-time work arrangement with required in-person training sessions
Work-at-home flexibility and autonomy