About this role
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.