Sioux Falls, SD5 days ago
Functions of the position include, but are not limited to: Determine participant eligibility, including identity, income, residency, categorical and nutritional risk; Provide nutrition support and education; Conduct nutrition education and health assessments; Provide breastfeeding education and support; Link clients to appropriate health and social resources; Offer nutrition related technical assistance to team members; Deliver nutrition education in community settings; Collaborate on setting nutrition, outreach, and breastfeeding goals for the population served; Provide maternal and child health services, including developmental screenings, infant safe sleep education, and promotion of immunizations, oral health, and other public health initiatives; Build and maintain collaborative relationships with community partners and providers to enhance referrals and explore innovative partnership opportunities. The NE counsels high-risk participants in consultation with a Registered Dietitian, provides nutrition related technical assistance to team members, provides nutrition education in community settings, and works collaboratively to develop nutrition, outreach, and breastfeeding goals for the population served.