Who We Are:
Cardiovascular Institute of the South, a leading organization dedicated to advancing heart health through innovation and excellence, is part of a national cardiology platform, Cardiovascular Logistics (CVL). Together, we share the same mission to provide our patients with the highest quality cardiovascular care available. Join our team and be a part of an organization that is dedicated to improving patient outcomes and shaping the future of heart health.
What We Offer:
- Choice of three health insurance plans
- Dental insurance coverage
- Vision insurance coverage
- 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing plan
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Company-paid life insurance for you and your family
- Access to company-provided training and educational resources
- Eligibility for annual merit-based performance increases
- Accrued General Purpose Time (GPT)
- Eight company-paid holidays
- Special company events, including Christmas parties, Family Day, employee engagement activities, and Spirit Days
- Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and their dependents
About the Role:
- Provide individualized nutrition care and counseling to cardiac patients based on established clinical standards and best practices.
- Assess nutritional needs and develop, implement, and re-evaluate personalized nutrition care plans.
- Help patients make sustainable lifestyle and behavior changes related to nutrition, weight management, diabetes, hypertension, lipid disorders, and cardiovascular health.
- Educate patients and families on healthy eating, dietary modifications, nutrition supplements, and other strategies that support better health outcomes.
- Collaborate with physicians, healthcare professionals, and community resources to provide coordinated, whole-person care.
How You'll Drive Our Mission Forward:
- Empower patients to make meaningful nutrition and lifestyle changes that support cardiovascular health and reduce risk factors.
- Use clinical information, medical history, medications, and patient goals to create practical, individualized nutrition plans.
- Serve as a trusted resource and patient advocate throughout the patient's care journey.
- Support CIS's commitment to World Class Patient Care through compassionate education, evidence-based nutrition guidance, and strong care coordination.
- Contribute to staff education and help promote a culture of wellness and exceptional patient care.
What Makes You a Great Match:
- Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutritional Sciences, Food and Nutrition, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
- Registered Dietitian credential and current Louisiana licensure.
- BLS certification required within 30 days of employment and before providing direct patient care.
- At least one year of clinical dietetics experience, particularly with lipid disorders, obesity, diabetes, and hypertension; 3–5 years preferred.
- Master's degree preferred.
- Strong communication and counseling skills with the ability to connect with patients and families from diverse backgrounds.
- Independent, organized, compassionate, and comfortable working as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.