Bariatric Program Lead (RN or Dietitian)

Gateway Regional Medical Center; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

PTO

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life Insurance & Disability Coverage

Job summary

Gateway Regional Medical Center is seeking a Bariatric Program Coordinator (RN or Clinical Dietitian) to lead an accredited bariatric surgery program in Granite City, IL. The role focuses on coordinating clinical care, education, and patient advocacy for transformative weight-management journeys.

The position offers competitive hourly pay, full-time hours, and a supportive team environment with interdisciplinary collaboration across surgeons, dietitians, and care teams.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing OR an ACEND-accredited Nutrition and Dietetics program required.
• Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) License OR Illinois Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) required.
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential required for Dietitian applicants.
• Current BLS Certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross) required.
• ACLS Certification preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience required.
• Knowledge of MBSAQIP standards, patient education, and multidisciplinary care coordination preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations and clinical coordination of the bariatric surgery program while ensuring an exceptional patient experience and accreditation compliance.
• Serve as the primary liaison between patients, bariatric surgeons, providers, dietitians, behavioral health professionals, and multidisciplinary care teams.
• Educate patients and families on bariatric surgery, nutrition, lifestyle changes, pre-operative preparation, and post-operative care.
• Coordinate appointments, diagnostic testing, referrals, support groups, and educational resources throughout the bariatric journey.
• Monitor program outcomes, quality metrics, and accreditation requirements to ensure MBSAQIP and other standards are met.
• Collaborate with physicians and leadership to improve patient outcomes, program growth, and operational excellence.
• Maintain accurate documentation and patient records within the EMR.
• Provide compassionate guidance, encouragement, and ongoing support to help patients achieve lifelong success.

Skills

RN licensure

RDN licensure

BLS Certification

MBSAQIP knowledge

Care coordination

Patient education

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Accredited School of Nursing

ACEND-accredited Nutrition & Dietetics program

Illinois RN License

RDN credential for Dietitian applicants

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Gateway Regional Medical Center is seeking a Bariatric Program Coordinator (RN or Clinical Dietitian) to lead an accredited bariatric surgery program in Granite City, IL. The role focuses on coordinating clinical care, education, and patient advocacy for transformative weight-management journeys.

The position offers competitive hourly pay, full-time hours, and a supportive team environment with interdisciplinary collaboration across surgeons, dietitians, and care teams.