Nutritionist
Kids First Services · New York, NY
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Job description
- Position: Nutritionist
- Salary Range: $55,000–$80,000 annually (based on experience) + bonus structure
- Employment Type: W2 Full-Time
- Location: On-Site- Bronx, NY Position
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Nutritionist to join our healthcare team. This role is focused primarily on assessing nutritional needs, building individualized nutrition plans, and supporting care strategy through evidence-based recommendations. The Nutritionist will work on-site in our brand-new office in the Bronx to review client information, create tailored care plans, support wellness outcomes, and maintain accurate documentation.
This role is less patient-facing and more focused on plan development, nutritional analysis, and care planning support under the supervision of our Senior Nutritionist.
Core Responsibilities
- Patient Assessment & Care Planning o Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments to identify patient needs o Develop individualized nutrition care plans based on health history, goals, and medical conditions o Review and update care plans as patient needs evolve
- Nutrition Plan Development o Develop customized nutrition plans aligned with client health history, goals, and medical needs o Build structured recommendations to support wellness, disease management, and healthy lifestyle habits o Adjust nutrition strategies based on updated information and outcomes
- Monitoring & Progress Tracking o Monitor patient outcomes and evaluate effectiveness of nutrition interventions o Adjust care plans and recommendations as needed o Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress
- Documentation & Collaboration o Maintain accurate nutrition documentation and care plan records o Collaborate with internal teams and healthcare providers when appropriate o Support consistency in care planning and nutrition-related recommendations
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or Certified Dietitian Nutritionist (CDN) credential
- Strong understanding of nutrition science, physiology, and dietary planning
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Comfortable working independently
- Experience in healthcare, wellness, or clinical nutrition preferred Success Metrics
- Timely completion of patient assessments
- Accurate and compliant documentation
- Consistent completion of care plans and documentation
- Improved patient outcomes through nutrition intervention
- Strong adherence to care plan standards and clinical guidelines