Clinical Dietitian: Veteran Nutritional Care Leader

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Illinois is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to independently plan, develop and direct all nutritional care activities for assigned veterans, including those with complex medical needs.

This role coordinates nutritional care with health care providers, veterans, caregivers and the community, supporting the facility's mission and ensuring high-quality, patient-centered nutrition services.

Qualifications

• : Must be U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen per VA policy.
• : Must be registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) or RD or be eligible for credential.
• : If at GS-7/9 without credential, eligible for temporary appointment with plan to obtain credential.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and direct nutritional care activities for assigned veterans.
• Coordinate care with other health care providers, veterans, caregivers and community.
• Support facility mission and ensure high-quality nutrition services.

Skills

NCP knowledge

Evidence-based nutrition

Patient-centered goals

Data for performance improvement

Collaborate with stakeholders

Virtual nutrition care tech

Regulatory compliance

Education

Master's degree in Nutrition or related field

RDN or RD credential

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Illinois is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to independently plan, develop and direct all nutritional care activities for assigned veterans, including those with complex medical needs.

This role coordinates nutritional care with health care providers, veterans, caregivers and the community, supporting the facility's mission and ensuring high-quality, patient-centered nutrition services.