Clinical Dietitian — Expert Nutrition Care & Education

Mercy Health Corporation; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

Tuition and certification reimbursem

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a Dietitian to assess nutritional risk, develop care plans, and collaborate with physicians and the clinical team to optimize patient nutrition. The role involves documenting progress, coordinating care, and contributing to program development.

The ideal candidate holds a Dietetics credential, completes supervised practice, and maintains licensure. The position emphasizes education, interdisciplinary rounds, and ongoing professional development within Mercyhealth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or University in Dietetics, Food Service, Food and Nutrition or related.
• Completion of an accredited or approved supervised practice program.
• Registered with Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• State certification/licensure to meet state specific laws for practice as a Dietitian

Responsibilities

• Screens and assesses patients' status for nutritional risk factors per protocol.
• Prepares Nutrition assessment and diet prescription.
• Plans nutrition care goals and documents in the medical record.
• Participates in interdisciplinary care rounds and communicates nutrition status to the care team.
• Maintains records and assists in data analysis and program development.
• Participates in food tasting, meal rounds, and ensures conformance to prescribed diets.
• Provides nutrition education to patients and the community.
• Maintains CEUs and attends mandatory inservices.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Analytical skills

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics

Accredited supervised practice program

Job description

Mercyhealth is seeking a Dietitian to assess nutritional risk, develop care plans, and collaborate with physicians and the clinical team to optimize patient nutrition. The role involves documenting progress, coordinating care, and contributing to program development.

The ideal candidate holds a Dietetics credential, completes supervised practice, and maintains licensure. The position emphasizes education, interdisciplinary rounds, and ongoing professional development within Mercyhealth.