Clinical Dietitian

OSF HealthCare; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare in Rockford, IL seeks a Clinical Dietitian to assess nutritional status, develop care plans, and implement targeted nutrition interventions for patients. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure evidence-based, patient-centered nutrition therapy.

The role requires strong communication, clinical knowledge, and accurate documentation in patient records. The position emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other dietitians, supporting discharge

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• RD licensure or eligibility through CDR; must become registered within 6 months of hire.
• Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) or eligible to obtain license within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional status of patients and develop individualized nutrition care plans.
• Implement nutrition interventions and reassess progress with the care team.
• Document ongoing progress and ensure patient-centered care within the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Expected pay for this position is $29.30 - $34.47/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY:

A Clinical Dietitian is an expert in human nutrition and medical nutrition therapy. The Clinical Dietitian assesses nutritional status of patients based on their individualized needs and goals and develops and implements corresponding nutrition care plans. The role of the Clinical Dietitian is to evaluate current nutrition status, formulate interventions, reassess for changes and record ongoing nutritional progress. The Clinical Dietitian is an integral member of the interdisciplinary team, and helping patients and their support system to ensure patient-centered care is achieved.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree
• Experience: Basic Microsoft application proficiency
• Previous experience with patients in a group or individual setting
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and medical billing
• Licensure/ Certification: Credentialed Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian eligible through the Commission on Dietetic Registration or must become registered within 6 months of hire.
• Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) through the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) or must become licensed within 1 year of hire.
• Other Skills/ Knowledge: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.
• OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.