Clinical Registered Dietitian – Healthcare

Carle Health is seeking a Registered Dietitian to deliver evidence-based medical nutrition therapy within our Healthcare & Medical Services department. In this community-focused role, you will assess nutritional needs, design and monitor individualized care plans, and provide education to patients and families to improve health outcomes. You will collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team, support quality and patient safety initiatives, and contribute to innovative, research-informed care.

Carle Health offers a culture of teamwork, professional growth, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact.

• Provide individualized medical nutrition therapy to patients across inpatient and outpatient settings
• Assess nutritional status, develop care plans, and monitor patient progress
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to support treatment goals
• Educate patients, families, and staff on evidence-based nutrition practices and disease management
• Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic medical record
• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and performance initiatives
• Contribute to community and group education programs as needed

• Medical nutrition therapy
• Nutritional assessment
• Care planning
• Electronic medical records (EMR) documentation
• Nutrition education and counseling
• Chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, renal, cardiac)
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Food service and menu planning basics
• Regulatory compliance (Joint Commission, CMS)
• Data collection and quality improvement

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) credential required
• State dietitian/nutritionist license (or eligibility)
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) preferred
• Clinical or acute care experience preferred