Registered Dietitian - Hybrid (Full-Time)
Company: Hudson Headwaters Health Network
Location: Fort Edward
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description HHHN Mission To provide the best
health care, and access to that care, for everyone in our
communities. HHHN Vision To pioneer an innovative, sustainable, and
community-focused health system through comprehensive primary care
and diverse partnerships Proposed Schedule : 40 hours per week.
Flexible schedule, with an opportunity for hybrid work! Note: This
position will be required to float between two of Hudson
Headwaters' southern region Health Centers. Position Summary The
Registered Dietitian provides age appropriate, population specific,
nutrition consultation and education for patients and families
across the lifespan for a variety of health conditions, such as
chronic disease management, weight management, disease prevention
and nutrition support. Care is delivered, either one-on-one or in a
group setting, in a professional, compassionate, caring, culturally
and ethnically sensitive manner, while embracing the Core Values of
Quality, Appreciation, Creativity and Sustainability in pursuing
the HHHN Mission and Vision. To perform this job successfully, an
individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily: Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Collaborate
with the Network team as the content expert for Nutrition to
implement population health focused initiatives and programs.
Assist in the development of Network educational materials and
tools to improve care. Provide ongoing patient and population
specific education and outcome-oriented nutrition counseling to
patient/family/caregiver regarding nutritional status, adequacy
measures and results, and all nutrition related lab parameters
pertaining to their disease process. Demonstrate competency in the
application of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP). Assesses patient’s
knowledge of dietary needs and provide tailored education regarding
the relationship of diet, lifestyle, and chronic illnesses. Monitor
patient adherence and response to nutrition therapy, adjust therapy
as needed to achieve and sustain an effective nutritional status,
document why the patient was unable to achieve the goals and
implement the plan of care to address issues impacting the
patient’s ability to achieve the goals. Conduct and support Network
group nutrition classes. Attend meetings and serve on various
organization committees that support the Mission, Vision, and Core
Values. Demonstrate excellent critical thinking skills and
flexibility within the role. Perform other duties as directed.
Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of
the knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the essential
functions: Bachelor and/or Master of Science degree in
Nutrition/Dietetics (Didactic Program for Dietetics) with
completion of an accredited dietetic internship program. Current
registration by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND). NYS
Education Department licensure as a certified
dietitian-nutritionist required. 3-5 years of clinical nutrition
experience preferred. Must possess current BLS certification.
Current membership inf the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
preferred. Experience with diabetes and weight management required.
Ability to travel throughout the Network. Proficiency with
Microsoft applications and electronic medical records.
Self-directed, detail-oriented, motivated and ability to work
independently as well as in a team atmosphere. Excellent verbal and
written communication skills. The pay range for this position is
$34.00/hour.
Keywords: Hudson Headwaters Health Network, Schenectady , Registered Dietitian - Hybrid (Full-Time), Healthcare , Fort Edward, New York
