Clinical Dietitian

At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have
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• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance

• Annual wellness reimbursement

• Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids

• Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!

• Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development

• Strong shared governance structure

• Commitment to employee voice

Qualifications

If credentialed on or after 2024, Master of Science degree in Dietetics or related field from an accredited facility. Required or
If credentialed prior to 2024, Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics or related field from an accredited facility and active Registered Dietitian Nutritionist by Commission of Dietetic Registration. Required

Work Experience

• In collaboration with the multidisciplinary health care team, assesses the nutritional status of patients based on the unique requirements of the diagnosis, biochemical anthropometrics, physical, dietary data, and developmental needs in accordance with standards of practice and hospital policy. Documents initial nutritional assessment and follow-up according to established format and time frames.
• Provides nutritional counseling and age specific education assisting patients and/or their significant other(s) in making desired changes in eating habits.
• Follows all HIPPA guidelines, maintaining confidentiality of position acquired information.
• Promotes cost effective and appropriate patient care utilizing nutritional supplements/enteral products and department education materials. Monitors patient nutritional status during regular scheduled meal rounds.
• Assists with the development, data collection and evaluation of department policies and procedures, patient menus, enteral products, quality indicators and productivity standards.
• Completes quality improvement assignments.
• Assists with the training and evaluation of Patient Food Service employees ensuring an understanding of department policies and procedures and guidelines for clinical nutrition care.
• Conducts a variety of education programs and presentations as requested for health care professionals, System employees and the community, maintaining accurate documentation of community service hours.
• Performs all aspects of job in an environment that optimizes patient, customer and environmental safety and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and compliance efforts.
• Utilizes team approach to provide technical support and coverage during meal periods as needed by patients, departmental staff and fellow healthcare professionals.
• Works in a collaborative manner with team in providing all inpatient, outpatient, and community services.
• The Nutrition Care Process is used when assessing, educating and following up with patients. A PES statement, Nutrition diagnosis, Nutrition Intervention with a goal and Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation are included. ENCPT terminology is used appropriately.

Licenses & Certifications

• Possession of a valid license issued by IDFPR (Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation) as a Registered Dietitian OR Successful completion of an internship program recognized by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics as a Registered Dietitian and obtain valid RD license within 6 months of hire. Required
• Certified specialist as required for the position or ability to complete within the first two years of employment. Preferred
  Acceptable certified specialist licenses are:
  • Advanced Practice Certification in Clinical Nutrition (RD-AP or RDN-AP)
  • Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)
  • Certified Food Manager (CFM)
  • Certified Food Protection Professional (CFPP)
  • Certified Dietary Manager (CDM)
  • Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)
  • Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC)
  • Board Certified Specialist in Gerontological Nutrition (CSG)
  • Board Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition (CSO)
  • Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition (CSP)
  • Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Critical Care…