Clinical Dietitian: Patient-Centered Medical Nutrition Therapy

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Hines (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Illinois is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to independently plan and direct nutritional care for veterans with complex needs.

The role coordinates care with providers, veterans, and families to meet nutrition goals as part of a comprehensive care program. Qualifications include a registered dietitian (RDN) or RD credential, or non-credentialed path with ACEND accreditation steps.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) and MNT.
• Ability to develop patient-centered goals and plans.
• Familiarity with performance improvement concepts and data collection.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive nutrition assessments using the NCP for assigned patients.
• Develops and implements individualized Medical Nutrition Therapy plans.
• Performs a Nutrition Focused Physical Exam (NFPE) during assessments.
• Provides nutrition education/counseling considering cultural and medical factors.
• Collaborates with care teams and patient/caregiver for care coordination.
• Maintains accurate records of daily clinical activities and encounters.
• Supports performance improvement by collecting data and evaluating outcomes.
• Participates in planning nutrition-related policies and department projects.

Skills

NCP knowledge

MNT planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Illinois is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to independently plan and direct nutritional care for veterans with complex needs.

The role coordinates care with providers, veterans, and families to meet nutrition goals as part of a comprehensive care program. Qualifications include a registered dietitian (RDN) or RD credential, or non-credentialed path with ACEND accreditation steps.