NORTHERN KENTUCKY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
JOB POSTING

JUNE 30, 2026

CLINIC REGISTERED DIETITIAN (CLINIC RD) [Code: HCRD]

Join Our Mission: Make a Real Difference

Be a driving force in public health! Join NKY Health and contribute to our mission to improve the quality of life in the region. We are dedicated to preventing disease, promoting wellness, and protecting against health threats by inspiring collaboration, igniting partnerships, and improving outcomes.

The Clinical Services Division is currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Clinic Registered Dietitian.

The Impact of This Role

This is an essential position that works in a clinic setting to deliver medical nutrition education, counseling, and related services essential for promoting and protecting the safety and health of the Northern Kentucky community while maintaining an appropriate level of confidentiality and a professional image.

We are looking for YOU!

Some Quick Facts About the Job

Status: Full-Time (40 hours/wk), non-exempt (hourly) merit system position
Classification: Clinic Registered Dietitian (Clinic RD)
Band: 9
Pay Rate: $31.92/Hour to 39.17/Hour
Reports To: Programs Manager (if based at the District Office); Clinic Supervisor or Clinic Manager (if based at a health center)
Initial Location: Assigned Health Center in Covington, Florence, Newport, or Williamstown or District office in Florence
Usual Schedule: Either Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or Monday -Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

What You Will Do

Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to:

• Provides medical nutrition counseling to clients referred from health department services, private physicians, agencies or self-referral.
• Assists in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nutrition program(s).
• Performs nutritional health screenings by interview and/or physical examination.
• Performs simple to complex routine and non-routine client nutrition services and individualized nutrition instruction according to local and state policies and procedures, the Administrative Reference (AR), and WIC and Nutrition Manual.
• Provides one on one or group client education and counseling on nutritional issues and educates eligible parties about benefits of assigned programs.
• Makes referrals to community resources as needed and maintains communication with other disciplines in coordinating health care activities on and off-site.
• Documents services and activities using appropriate workflows.
• Participates in the educational experiences of students.
• Provides assistance with community outreach activities, offsite clinics and community education programs as requested.

What Qualifications You Need

Minimum Qualifications:

Pre-Hire Education: Bachelors’ degree in Dietetics, Human Nutrition, Food and Nutrition, Food Systems Management or closely related field approved by the Kentucky Board of Licensure or the Commission on Dietetic Registration from an ACEND accredited college or university; and successful completion of Dietetics Internship or an accredited dietetics education program of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND). Effective January 1, 2024 a Master’s Degree from an accredited college/university shall be required in order to attain a license to work as an RD in the United States.

Certification: Must attain registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration and maintain throughout incumbency.

License: Must attain license to work as an RD in Kentucky and meet requirements of KRS.310.021-310.990 and maintain throughout incumbency.

Other:Must possess a valid, active driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Knowledge of:

• Professional dietetic theory, public health nutrition, and standard public health nutrition protocols.
• Factors that influence health behaviors and food selection among multi-cultural population.
• Principles of Motivational Interviewing (MI) and theories of behavior change.
• Resources for assigned programs.
• Health department policies, procedures, technology, and equipment pertaining to assigned duties.

Skills and Abilities to:

• Combine technical proficiency in nutrition tasks with strong critical thinking and communication skills, empathy, and attention to detail.
• Use and generally maintain standard dietetic equipment, instruments, and supplies.
• Anticipate and solve problems and challenges.
• Draw sound conclusions.
• Work both independently and as part of a team.
• Maximize and appropriately use resources.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Perform with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Understand and follow written and oral instruction.
• Perform in an organized and efficient manner.
• Accurately convey information in a culturally competent manner to instruct, persuade, or otherwise influence behaviors and attitudes.
• Maintain professional working relationships.
• Prioritize, plan, and organize work activities.
• Maintain an appropriate level of confidentiality.
• Maintain accurate documentation and proficiency in digital charting.
• Contribute to a culture of quality.

Desired Qualifications (these are a plus): Bilingual English/Spanish.

For immediate consideration, please apply now. We’ll accept your application as long as the position is posted on Indeed or our website.

Please use ONLY one of the following methods to submit your application:

• Through Indeed www.indeed.com
• Through NKY Health’s website https://nkyhealth.org/careers/

Important Note: We are unable to consider paper, faxed, or emailed applications. To be considered, please use one of the approved online methods above.

• Please reference code HCRD on any attachments or correspondence.
• No phone calls please.
• Selection will be made by interview(s) and/or review of submitted documentation.
• Submitted documentation must indicate that you meet the minimum qualifications.
• A criminal background check will be required.

Another Important Note: We invite you to visit our website at www.nkyhealth.org to view other opportunities to join our team. Each position needs a separate application.

EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled/LGBTQ+

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31.92 - $39.17 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person