Clinical Dietitian - Acute Care Impact

AHS Vista LLC; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative, patient-focused environment

Opportunity for professional growth

Commitment to continuing education

Job summary

A healthcare facility is seeking a dedicated Clinical Dietitian to provide overall nutrition care to patients through assessments and individualized care planning. Candidates with 1–3 years of experience in an acute care setting are preferred. Join a collaborative environment focused on patient health and wellness, and contribute to both in-patient and out-patient care.

Qualifications

• Completion of course work accredited by nutrition and dietetics agencies.
• Active Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential.
• State licensure or eligibility to practice dietetics in Illinois.
• 1–3 years of professional experience in clinical or acute care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain dietetic registration and meet continuing education requirements.
• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments for patients.
• Provide care to in-patients and out-patients as needed.
• Develop and implement nutrition intervention plans.
• Document all aspects of the nutrition care plan.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and nutrition services staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field

Job description

A healthcare facility is seeking a dedicated Clinical Dietitian to provide overall nutrition care to patients through assessments and individualized care planning. Candidates with 1–3 years of experience in an acute care setting are preferred. Join a collaborative environment focused on patient health and wellness, and contribute to both in-patient and out-patient care.