Clinical Dietitian: Nutrition Care & Education Leader

Mercyhealth; Freeport (IL); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA options

Paid time off

Parental and caregiver leave

Tuition and certification reimburse

Well-being programs

Employee discounts

On-demand pay

Job summary

Mercyhealth Freeport Hospital is seeking a full-time Clinical Dietitian to assess and support patients' nutritional needs, develop individualized care plans, and educate patients and families. The role collaborates with physicians and healthcare teams to improve outcomes and participates in interdisciplinary rounds.

Responsibilities include diet prescription recommendations, documentation, and involvement in quality improvement and community education programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Food Service, Food and Nutrition or related field.
• Completion of an accredited or approved supervised practice program.
• Registered with Commission on Dietetic Registration; state licensure as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Screen and assess patients for nutritional risk factors per protocol.
• Develop and implement nutrition care plans and follow-up documentation.
• Educate patients and collaborate with physicians and care teams to improve outcomes.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, care planning, and quality initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Analytical skills

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or related

Master's degree or specialty certification

Job description

Mercyhealth Freeport Hospital is seeking a full-time Clinical Dietitian to assess and support patients' nutritional needs, develop individualized care plans, and educate patients and families. The role collaborates with physicians and healthcare teams to improve outcomes and participates in interdisciplinary rounds.

Responsibilities include diet prescription recommendations, documentation, and involvement in quality improvement and community education programs.