Clinical Dietitian: Transforming Patient Nutrition Care

Carle Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy across diverse patient populations on assigned nursing units and to support Carle Home Care consulting. The role involves collaborating with physicians, nurses, and dietitians to improve patient outcomes and participate in diabetes team initiatives.

The position emphasizes pediatric to geriatric nutrition education, menu planning support, and ongoing staff education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist - IDFPR.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) - CDR.

Responsibilities

• Manages nutritional care for patients on assigned units, including screening, care planning, MNT, and education for patients and families.
• Educates pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients toward nutritionally balanced diets according to comprehension levels.
• Assists in planning patient menus and monitors food quality.
• Utilizes NCM and nutrition resources effectively.
• Participates in test tray program and unit interdisciplinary care conferences.
• Provides learning for dietetic interns and supports in-service training.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy across diverse patient populations on assigned nursing units and to support Carle Home Care consulting. The role involves collaborating with physicians, nurses, and dietitians to improve patient outcomes and participate in diabetes team initiatives.

The position emphasizes pediatric to geriatric nutrition education, menu planning support, and ongoing staff education.