Outpatient Oncology Dietitian & Nutrition Therapy Lead

Advocate Health; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health seeks a registered dietitian to assess nutritional status and deliver medical nutrition therapy across patient populations. You will coordinate care with physicians, nurses, and the care team, document plans and progress, and educate patients and families.

Required: RD licensure, state licensure, and a minimum bachelor’s in nutrition; master’s degree preferred for more advanced eligibility. No prior experience required; strong communication and teaching skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be Registered Dietitian and licensed by the state as applicable.
• Education requirements aligned with CDR registration timing.
• Experience: None required.
• Knowledge of growth and development applicable to patient populations.
• Ability to communicate and educate patients and families; participate in team education.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and monitors nutritional status and adjusts care using current literature.
• Provides MNT/counseling and completes consults and referrals.
• Coordinates nutrition with physicians, nurses, and the care team.
• Documents nutritional care plans, assessments, and education in required systems.

Skills

Medical Nutrition Therapy

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Patient Education

Documentation Skills

Research Dissemination

Education

Bachelor's degree in food and nutrition or related field

Master's degree (preferred if CDR registration eligibility after Jan 1, 2024)

Job description

Advocate Health seeks a registered dietitian to assess nutritional status and deliver medical nutrition therapy across patient populations. You will coordinate care with physicians, nurses, and the care team, document plans and progress, and educate patients and families.

Required: RD licensure, state licensure, and a minimum bachelor’s in nutrition; master’s degree preferred for more advanced eligibility. No prior experience required; strong communication and teaching skills are essential.