Dietitian (HR) CDH Casual

Central Dupage Hospital; Winfield (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dietitian to join their team. This role involves providing medical nutrition therapy and collaborating with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care. The Dietitian will assess nutrition needs, develop personalized nutrition plans, and educate patients and their families on healthy eating behaviors. With a focus on continuous improvement, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of patients. If you are passionate about nutrition and patient care, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education Support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in food and nutrition or dietetics required.
• Registered Dietitian or eligible for registration.

Responsibilities

• Identifies patients at high nutrition risk and assesses their needs.
• Develops and implements nutrition plans for patients.

Skills

Nutrition Assessment

Patient Education

Communication Skills

Medical Nutrition Therapy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition

Completion of a supervised practice program

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Description

The Dietitian role reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Dietitian collaborates with members of the health care team to provide medical nutrition therapy.

Inpatient dietitian position with 1-2 days per week standing coverage and additional hours available for vacation/PTO coverage

Responsibilities

1. Identifies patients at high nutrition risk based on criteria outlined by the Hospital.
2. Assesses nutrition needs and identifies nutrient requirements according to age and disease specific needs of patients.
3. Develops and implements a nutrition plan of care for all assigned patients.
4. Fosters continuity of care across the continuum of care.
5. Continuously evaluates and monitors the effectiveness and outcomes of medical nutrition therapy intervention.
6. Provides nutrition education to patient and family members on appropriate food selections and eating behaviors to accomplish patient goals.
7. Manages the delivery of nutrition care services according to the site of care assigned.
8. Participates in performance improvement.
9. Mentors Diet Clerks and other support personnel.
10. Actively assesses, evaluates, and maintains professional development and competency related to the competencies outlined in the position description.

AA/EOE.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited institution with a major in food and nutrition or dietetics.
• Completion of a didactic program in dietetics and supervised practice program approved by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Registered Dietitian or eligible for registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; if registration-eligible, must pass the dietetic registration exam within 6 months of hire.
• Licensed Dietitian within the State of Illinois.
• Maintains dietetic registration, state-required credentials and/or licensure, and continuing education requirements.
• Good instructional and communication skills.

Preferred:

• Proficiency in Nutrition Focused Physical Exams.
• Previous active role with hospital or department Performance Improvement projects or committees.
• Experience in hospital clinical dietetics preferred.

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.