Clinical Dietitian - Per Diem

Edward Elmhurst Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Wellness program

Retirement options with company match

Job summary

SWH Swedish Hospital Chicago is seeking a Clinical Dietitian on a per diem basis in Chicago, IL. The role requires weekday availability, 7:00 am–3:00 pm, with rotations on holidays. Per diem positions are scheduled as needed; travel is not required.

The ideal candidate holds a BS degree and is licensed as a Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist in Illinois with RD registration. Strong communication with the medical team and computer skills are essential, along with the ability to document care

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree required.
• Current Illinois Dietitian Nutritionist license and RD registration required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nutrition care for assigned patients.
• Identify malnutrition risk and perform nutrition assessments.
• Plan and monitor enteral nutrition prescriptions.
• Document nutrition care electronically.
• Instruct patients and families on modified diets.
• Participate in nutrition support teams and quality improvement efforts.

Skills

Interdisciplinary communication

Computer skills

Written communication

Education

Bachelor of Science

Job description

## Clinical Dietitian - Per DiemApply: SWH Swedish Hospital Chicago: Part time: Posted Today: R48442**Hourly Pay Range:**$31.06 - $46.59 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.**Position Highlights:*** Position: Clinical Dietitian* Location: Chicago, IL* Per diem, scheduled as needed* Hours: **Weekday availability required**, Monday-Friday, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm, with rotating holidays* Required Travel: No **What you will do:*** Oversee the delivery of nutrition care to assigned patients.* Identifies patients that are at malnutrition risk; performs nutrition assessments based on pertinent medical, laboratory and patient interview data, provides diet therapy and counseling, performs Nutrition Focused Physical Examination, participates in Enteral Nutrition Support Team for dobhoff tube placement and Metabolic Monitoring Team.* Electronically documents all aspects of nutrition care.* Plans, implements, and evaluates enteral nutrition prescriptions specific to individual patient nutrition and metabolic requirements; works with Parenteral Nutrition Support Team to coordinate care for assigned patients requiring parenteral nutrition.* Makes recommendations regarding optimal delivery of nutrition care.* Instructs patients or patient’s family on modified diets.* Attends special meetings and rounds as assigned.* Assists with quality improvement audits and projects. **What you will need:*** **Education**: Bachelor of Science degree* **Certification/License**: Current Illinois State license as a Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist. Current registration as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration* **Unique or preferred skill**s: Ability to communicate effectively with interdisciplinary medical team. Computer and writing skills. **Benefits (For full time or part time positions):*** Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)* Incentive pay for select positions* Opportunity for annual increases based on performance* Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development* Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options* Tuition Reimbursement* Free Parking* Wellness Program Savings Plan* Health Savings Account Options* Retirement Options with Company Match* Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay* Community Involvement Opportunities