Dietitian / Medical Nutrition Therapy

Carle Health; Urbana (IL); In loco; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Descrizione del lavoro

Carle Health is seeking a Registered Dietitian to provide nutrition screening, assessment and counseling across Family Practice and Digestive Health clinics. You will lead weight management education, collaborate with clinicians, and guide patients through sustainable lifestyle changes.

A $5,000 sign-on bonus and relocation support are offered. You will document care in the EMR, participate in nutrition education activities, and contribute to patient outcomes while supporting a dynamic clinical

Competenze

• Licensed, registered dietitian with ability to provide medical nutrition therapy.
• Experience in nutrition screening, assessment and education in clinical settings.
• Ability to document care in the EMR with accurate nutrition plans.

Mansioni

• Provide nutrition counseling to patients in Family Practice and Digestive Health.
• Support weight management and medical weight loss programs.
• Collaborate with providers to align nutrition plans with diagnoses.
• Educate patients on healthy eating, digestive health and behavior change.
• Document nutrition care plans and monitor outcomes in the EMR.
• Participate in weekend/holiday rotation and intern precepting as needed.

Conoscenze

Registered Dietitian (RD)

Nutritional Counseling

Weight Management

Patient Education

Team Collaboration

EMR Documentation

Formazione

Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics

IDFPR Dietitian License (Illinois)

CDR Registered Dietitian (RD) credential

Strumenti

EMR System

Menu Management Software

Descrizione del lavoro

The Clinical Dietitian is responsible for the nutrition screening, assessment, monitoring, evaluation, and education of MMCI patients through an integrated approach to nutrition care.We're seeking a motivated and compassionate Registered Dietitian to support both our Family Practice and Digestive Health clinics. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy working with a wide variety of patient needs, this role offers the perfect blend of collaboration, autonomy, and clinical diversity.A significant portion of your time will focus on weight management, helping patients create sustainable lifestyle changes to meet their health goals.Provide individualized nutrition counseling to patients in Family Practice and Digestive Health settings.Support and guide patients through weight management, including medical weight loss programs.Collaborate closely with providers to create nutrition plans that align with patient diagnoses and care plans.Educate patients on topics such as healthy eating patterns, digestive health, chronic disease prevention, and behavior modification.Build strong, ongoing relationships with patients to help them make meaningful and lasting change.Alternate between Family Practice and Digestive Health, offering rich clinical exposure.Play a key role in helping patients navigate their weight-management journey.This position (Registered Dietitians only) qualifies for a $5,000 sign-on bonus!!! Relocation assistance available if moving 50+ miles.

Field of StudyBachelor's Degree

Dietetics

Bachelor's Degree

Related FieldLicensed Dietitian Nutritionist - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)

Registered Dietitian (RD) - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)Work Experience

Healthcare

Required English SkillsBasic writing skillsAbility to respond appropriately to customer/co-workerMaintain confidential informationAbility to project a professional, friendly, helpful demeanorComputer SkillsIntermediate computer knowledge: Ability to troubleshoot minor problems within a Windows OS, operates within a network environment, uses spreadsheet, database, word processing, and internet applications proficiently. Learns new applications without difficulty and is able to aid others in immediate work area with computer questions.PROVIDES COMPREHENSIVE NUTRITION CARE OF PATIENTS ACCORDING TO POLICIES & PROCEDURESResponsible for nutritional assessment completions 100% per policyProvides quality medical nutrition therapy as appropriate on patient care units including necessary follows and in accordance with facility policyPerforms nutrition focus physical exams as medically appropriate for the diagnosis of malnutrition.Participates in the review of the Patient Satisfaction Data and contributes to the development of the action plan and implementation of the planACTIVELY PROVIDES NUTRITION SUPPORT THROUGH ASSESSMENT, DEVELOPMENT OF A NUTRITION CARE PLAN, IMPLEMENTATION OF NUTRITION CARE PLAN, AND MONITORING OF NUTRITION THERAPYWorks with other Nutritional Services Team members to provide nutrition therapy in a timely manner. Must participate in a required rotation for weekend and holiday coverageWrites and manages enteral nutrition as necessary with follow ups as neededto gain knowledge in Nutrition Support and medical nutrition therapy as evidenced in personal portfolioIs able to accurately document assessment and MNT in the patient EMR and menu management program.PROVIDES NUTRITION CARE OF PATIENTS ACCORDING TO REGULATORY BODIES SUCH AS JCAHO, IDPH, CARF, ETC. Analyzes performance compared to regulations and offers ways to better, efficiently comply to provide optimum nutrition carePROVIDES NUTRITION EDUCATION TO PATIENTS, FAMILIES, COMMUNITY EVENTS, STAFF GROUPS, MEDIA, DIETETIC STUDENTS AND INTERNS etc.Provides nutrition education to patients, family members, staff, and community groupsParticipates in the training of the Dietetic Students and Dietetic Interns. Participates in intern Case Study Presentations, taking turn in being a preceptorAssists in doing intern's midterm and final review

At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health.We've grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We're developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the worlds first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care.We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers.