Registered Dietitian (Part-Time)

U.S. Renal Care; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Pharmacy

Dental

Vision

401k with employer match

Virtual Care

Life Insurance

PTO

Job summary

U.S. Renal Care in Downers Grove, IL seeks a Dietitian to join an interdisciplinary team providing nutrition care for patients with kidney disease.

You will assess needs, design therapeutic diets, review labs, and educate on hydration, sodium, potassium, and CKD-MBD management in collaboration with physicians. You will work with the Medical Director, nurses, social workers, and care teams to maintain positive relationships with hospitals and facilities, participate in monthly conferences, and

Qualifications

• Current RD/RDN certification with proof of registration.
• Minimum of one year of clinical nutrition experience as an RD.
• State license as required where practicing; maintain licensure.
• Proficiency in English, verbal and written communication.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in company clinical applications within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based medical nutrition therapy and therapeutic diets based on patient needs and treatment changes.
• Review laboratory results and educate on fluids, sodium, potassium, and CKD-MBD management.
• Conduct patient assessments and participate in care planning and monthly interdisciplinary conferences.
• Collaborate with Medical Director, physicians, nurses, social workers, and other staff to coordinate care.
• Support safety, quality initiatives and participate in QAPI activities.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication

Team collaboration

Nutrition counseling

Interdisciplinary care

Education

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Clinical applications

Job description

Responsibilities

How you'll change lives

As a Dietitian at U.S. Renal Care, you will be an integral part of an interdisciplinary team, providing excellent care for patients living with kidney disease. U.S. Renal care dietitians work under the supervision of a RDN Regional Manager.

What you'll be doing

Patient Nutrition. Using the most current, science-based practices, you will recommend therapeutic diets based on patient nutritional needs, preferences, and changes in treatment, in consultation with the patient's physician. You will review lab results and provide appropriate education for nutritional interventions on such topics as fluid and sodium, potassium, and CKD-Mineral and Bone Disorder management. You will also conduct patient assessments and care planning activities, as well as participating in monthly interdisciplinary patient care conferences.

Teamwork. You will collaborate with the Medical Director, physician/advanced practice provider, facility administrator, social worker, nurse, and patient care technician to maintain positive relationships with area hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, agencies, vendors, and the community.

Safety & Quality. You will help with clinical and operational processes, with a focus on improving patient health and achieving target goals for patient outcomes. You will also help maintain a productive quality assurance program and participate in monthly Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities.

Qualifications

What we're looking for

• Current Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) certification showing proof of registration with Commission on Dietetic Registration (includes Baccalaureate or Advanced degree).
• Minimum of one-year experience in clinical nutrition as a Registered Dietitian.
• Current Dietitian (LD/LDN) license in applicable state is required unless employed in the state of AZ, CA, CO, HI, IN, MI, NJ or VA. State certification (Certified Dietitian/Nutritionist) required in CT and NY. License must be maintained as current and in good standing.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must have basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); proficiency in all company clinical applications required within 90 days of hire.
• Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state.

Are you ready to make a difference?

We're here to change the lives of people with kidney disease and shape the future of kidney care. We still have much work ahead. If you desire to make a positive impact in the life of others and pursue a fulfilling career in healthcare, we invite you to join our team at U.S. Renal Care!

Benefit Details

All Full-Time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical / Pharmacy
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k with employer match
• Virtual Care
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• PTO

All Part Time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• 401k with employer match
• PTO

Company (Career Site Brand)

U.S. Renal Care