Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

DAP Health

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist delivering diabetes-focused nutrition counseling at DAP Health, a nonprofit healthcare provider. Developing care plans and supporting underserved Coachella Valley and San Diego communities.

Posted 8/8/2026full-timePalm Springs • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $79,130 - $91,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting nutrition assessments, developing individualized care plans, and providing medical nutrition therapy for chronic disease management. Proficient in utilizing electronic medical records and delivering culturally sensitive nutrition education while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

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Bachelor’s Degree In NutritionRegistered Dietitian NutritionistMedical Nutrition TherapyNutrition Counseling Via TelehealthBilingual English/Spanish

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Hard Skills

Nutrition AssessmentIndividualized Nutrition Care PlansMedical Nutrition TherapyNutrition Education DevelopmentMotivational InterviewingElectronic Medical Record DocumentationCulturally Sensitive Nutrition EducationDiabetes Self-ManagementTherapeutic Diet DevelopmentNutrition Considerations For HIV

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationAbility To Prioritize TasksCultural Competence

Tools & Technologies

Telehealth PlatformsReporting ToolsNutrition Education Materials

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered By The Commission On Dietetic RegistrationCurrent BLS CertificationCDCES Credential

Industry Keywords

Public HealthDiabetes Prevention ProgramFQHC ExperienceUnderserved PopulationsNutrition Referral Network

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct initial and follow-up nutrition assessments
Develop and revise individualized nutrition care plans with patients
Provide medical nutrition therapy and nutrition interventions for chronic disease risk
Educate patients on healthy nutrition, diabetes, prediabetes, and blood glucose management
Document patient encounters and care plans in the electronic medical record
Select and produce culturally sensitive nutrition education materials
Develop and implement nutrition education materials, curricula, groups, policies, procedures, protocols, and templates
Assist with the Diabetes Education Accreditation Program process
Collaborate with and refer patients to external services, programs, agencies, and providers
Coordinate with internal departments to connect patients with additional services
Monitor appointments and reschedule missed appointments
Maintain community resources and the nutrition referral network
Serve as a nutrition resource for practitioners and interdisciplinary care teams
Manage caseload and service utilization using reporting tools
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and discuss complex patient cases
Support patients with health improvement and self-management
Provide care within applicable scope of practice and established standards
Attend meetings, trainings, huddles, and program subcommittees
Travel to DAP Health locations throughout San Diego and Riverside

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, public health, or related field
Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration, or eligible to obtain registration within 6 months
Experience delivering nutrition counseling via telehealth platforms
Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute
Knowledge of public health, prediabetes, and diabetes self-management concepts preferred
Ability to develop normal and therapeutic diets aligned with cultural and religious needs and preferences
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse cultural and ethnic groups
Experience with motivational interviewing
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Effective interpersonal skills
Ability to work in team-based and independent environments
Basic computer literacy, including electronic medical record documentation
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Knowledge of nutrition considerations for individuals living with HIV
Current and valid driver’s license and personal auto insurance
Ability to lift/move up to 40 pounds, stand for long periods, and travel between DAP Health locations
Experience working at an FQHC and with underserved, uninsured, and minority populations preferred
Experience with the Diabetes Prevention Program and CDCES credential preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

$10,000 new-hire bonus
Hybrid ability
Ongoing professional development and continuing education
Conference/program attendance to update knowledge and skills