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Job Summary

Our client is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide intensive nutrition counseling and weight management education in a remote environment. The primary responsibilities include medication management, remote patient monitoring, and collaboration with physicians to deliver comprehensive care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct intensive nutrition counseling and weight management education via phone, video, chat, text, and email.
• Provide medication management and support for comorbidities related to obesity under the supervision of assigned physicians.
• Engage in remote patient monitoring for various devices (e.g., scale, BG meter, BP monitor, ketone meter).
• Support patients with dosing and titration of anti-obesity medications within established protocols.
• Collaborate with team physicians and external providers to ensure comprehensive care.
• Quickly establish rapport and therapeutic alliances with a diverse patient population.
• Utilize motivational interviewing and other techniques to support behavior change.
• Present online webinars as needed.
• Consistently meet program metrics while maintaining high-quality care standards.
• Complete all necessary documentation in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Dietitian credentialed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• If required, must hold state licensure.
• Certification from the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators (NCBDE) as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) is strongly preferred.
• Willingness and ability to add state licenses as needed to support member coverage.
• Experience with anti-obesity medications is preferred.

Skills

• Proficient in motivational interviewing techniques.
• Able to incorporate constructive feedback to improve patient interactions.
• Must have a private home office with high-speed internet for secure patient conversations.
• Comfortable with advanced technology, including electronic medical records and various digital tools.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt communication techniques to meet the needs of a diverse patient population.

Additional Requirements

• Flexible schedule with a commitment to a minimum of 20 hours per week.
• Must live in the United States.

Benefits

• Equipment is provided
• Malpractice insurance provided
• Reimbursement for new state licensing
• Thorough training program 

Required Employment / Compliance Language

Medix is an equal opportunity employer committed to leveraging the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of our workforce to create opportunities for our team and serve our communities.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

^*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.