Foodsmart

If you're an RD with a NY license and are interested in W2 or Contract roles that are fully remote, mission-driven, and focused on making nutrition more accessible for all, check out our open roles below.

Are you a Registered Dietitian looking for flexibility, reliable compensation, and meaningful impact? Explore our new contract opportunity today!

Join us on Tuesday, July 23 at 12 pm ET for a special webinar: Healthy Body Image with Kimmy Van De Wege, MPH, RDN. Together, we’ll explore how to build a more compassionate relationship with our bodies. Kimmy will guide us through topics like: 💬 Body positivity and neutrality 💬 Why intuitive eating is a powerful alternative to dieting 💬 The difference between being healthy for you vs. chasing thinness 💬 What it looks like to take up space—with confidence 👉 Register here: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/gzHFgytE

What if we treated nutrition like other healthcare services: something proactive, personalized, and rooted in evidence? A new systematic review in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics just dropped, and the message is loud and clear: When Registered Dietitians deliver Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT), outcomes improve. The data shows: - Shorter hospital stays - Better weight management - Improved quality of life These aren’t small studies either, we’re talking about a meta-analysis of 11 peer-reviewed papers and 86,000+ people. Here’s what sticks with me: We’ve got powerful tools that already work, and yet millions of people still can’t access them because of outdated coverage rules or siloed care models. If food can keep people out of the hospital, help them feel better, and save the system money, we should be doing everything we can to scale and provide access to Registered Dietitians and supportive foodcare technology. We don’t need to reinvent the wheel. We just need to use it.

🎙️Podcast alert: "Let’s Change the Food‑Buying Environment" Our CEO, Kurt Knight, joined the Healthcare Rap Podcast to talk about what it really takes to make Foodcare or food‑as‑medicine work — at scale. From integrating SNAP and retail to supporting GLP‑1s with smart food choices, it’s a fresh take on how Foodsmart is reshaping how America eats. 🎧 Listen now: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/gmfh5XXA #Foodcare #FoodAsMedicine #HealthcareRap #Foodsmart #NutritionInnovation #GLP1 #HealthEquity

Dion Dawson's latest piece is a must-read on how we rebuild systems through food—with equity, purpose, and people at the center. The article details Dion’s commitment to dignity, community-led solutions, and scalable, people-focused innovation, including its 'food is medicine' program in partnership with CountyCare at Cook County Health and Foodsmart. We’re proud to partner with Dion's Chicago Dream to help bring foodcare to life, integrating nutrition into patient care plans where it’s needed most. As Dion writes, a simple box of produce can do more than nourish—it can transform. Read his full piece below or at Food Tank: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/gW8M7CiQ #FoodIsMedicine #FoodJustice #HealthEquity #Foodsmart #ValueBasedCare #SocialDeterminantsOfHealth #CommunityHealth #FoodCare

🚨 Remote RDs: Don’t let state licensure slow down your job search. Foodsmart’s own Natalie Filippone MS, RD, LDN shared a must-read guide on navigating state licensing delays and staying ready for remote RD roles—especially in high-demand states like NY, TX, FL, and PA. From tracking license timelines to prepping paperwork early, her tips can make the difference between landing a great job or missing out. Read the full guide below. 💡 BONUS: At Foodsmart, we reimburse for multiple state licenses, depending on the role, because we know speed matters—for both patient care and your income. 👉 We’re #hiring RDs across the country for remote and flexible roles! Explore open positions: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/ga6bqH-Q #RemoteWork #DietitianJobs #TelehealthRD #HiringNow #Foodsmart #NutritionCare #RegisteredDietitian #LicensureTips #RDN #FoodAsMedicine #RDLife

🌟 Foodsmart RD Spotlight: Marissa Dankosky, MS, RDN 🌟 Meet Marissa, a dedicated Foodsmart Registered Dietitian whose passion for health, science, and sports laid the foundation for a meaningful career in nutrition. Her journey started with a curiosity about how food fuels the body, and quickly turned into a calling to help others live healthier, fuller lives through better nutrition. - What’s the most rewarding part of the job? Seeing members work hard to reach their health goals and watching their confidence and quality of life soar when they do. For Marissa, helping people feel better in their bodies and lives is the best part of the job. - What does Marissa love about Foodsmart? The mission, first and foremost: making high-quality nutrition support accessible across the country, especially for those who may not otherwise have access. Add to that a positive work environment, fully remote flexibility, supportive leadership, and a deep investment in RD success—including CEU webinars, weekly team huddles, and 1:1 coaching. - What about growth and development? Marissa has found ongoing learning through clinical training, peer support, CEU webinars, and mentorship from managers. - What makes Marissa thrive as a dietitian? Her previous experience in nursing homes and medical offices gave her hands-on practice providing MNT for a wide range of conditions. She brings a powerful blend of empathy, cultural competence, leadership, and communication skills that make her a standout provider at Foodsmart. - Why should other RDs consider joining? Foodsmart offers the chance to make a daily impact with real work-life balance, clinical support, and a strong sense of mission. It’s a place where your skills are valued—and where patients and providers both win. - Top skills for success? Empathy, kindness, critical thinking, active listening, cultural sensitivity, and confidence. Plus: a collaborative spirit, a growth mindset, and a genuine desire to meet patients where they are. 🥦 Join Marissa and our incredible team of RDs working to make nutrition more accessible, affordable, and life-changing. https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/gz-ydFSC  #RD #FoodAsMedicine #RemoteWork #JoinOurTeam #LifeAtFoodsmart

Did you know that 3 out of every 4 non-elderly (aka ages 19 - 64) Medicaid enrollees have a chronic condition with 32% of them reporting 3+ chronic conditions?! The pervasive nature of chronic conditions among adult Medicaid enrollees poses a formidable challenge to both individual well-being and the broader healthcare system. Conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, and diabetes are incredibly common, touching the lives of millions across the country. A recent analysis from the Kaiser Family Foundation (link below) illuminates the profound financial implications. Their data shows that Medicaid expenditures average $10,000 annually for enrollees with one or two chronic conditions, escalating to nearly $20,000 for those managing three or more, a stark contrast to the $5,000 for those without chronic conditions. This significant difference underscores a critical need for proactive, effective interventions. This is precisely where Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and the expertise of Registered Dietitians emerge as indispensable. MNT offers a powerful, evidence-based pathway to positively influence these prevalent conditions. Whether it's guiding dietary changes to manage high blood pressure and cholesterol, providing personalized support for sustainable weight loss in cases of obesity, or helping individuals with diabetes achieve better glycemic control, MNT is foundational. Beyond these, nutrition interventions can also play a vital role in alleviating symptoms associated with arthritis, correcting nutritional deficiencies that lead to anemia, supporting respiratory health in asthma, and significantly reducing the risk and progression of heart disease. By strategically integrating MNT into healthcare pathways, we unlock the potential not only to dramatically improve member health outcomes but also to create significant efficiencies in healthcare spending. Investing in comprehensive nutrition care is a powerful investment in healthier lives, more resilient healthcare plans, and ultimately, a more equitable and thriving society. (https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/gXv6FyZa)

💧 We all know we should drink more water, but do you know why it matters so much? Join us for a free webinar, The Science of Staying Hydrated, hosted by Rhyan Geiger, RDN, on June 25 at 12:00 ET, that dives into the essential role water plays in our health, especially when it comes to digestion and metabolism. We’ll cover: - How water supports key body functions - What really happens when you’re dehydrated - Digestion, metabolism & hydration: the science - Common hydration myths & practical hacks - Live Q&A to get your questions answered 💻 Save your spot now and learn how to hydrate smarter—not harder: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/gnSDrXRR #Hydration #WellnessWebinar #NutritionEducation #HealthTips #FoodAsMedicine #Foodsmart #Foodcare