Dietitian

Job overview

Dietitian in Marengo, IL. This is a PRN/Pool/As Needed position with an onsite work arrangement. This role is responsible for assessing patients' nutritional needs, developing and implementing dietary plans, and providing education on healthy eating habits. The dietitian will instruct patients on post-discharge diets and monitor their nutritional status, playing a crucial role in promoting health and wellness.

What you'll do

• Communicate with and counsel patients per physician orders and diet instruction.
• Communicate with physicians and other involved disciplines in patient care.
• Evaluate referral orders to determine adequacy of nutrition intake methods.
• Document pertinent information in the patient's medical record according to established standards.
• Implement nutritional care plans, adapt menus, and assist patients with special dietary needs.
• Conduct calorie counts and make appropriate recommendations.
• Review, revise, and sign off menus for nutritional adequacy.

What we're looking for

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited institution with a major in Food & Nutrition.

Experience

One year of Clinical Dietetics experience preferred.

Skills & competencies

dietitian

marengo il

prn/pool/as needed

nutrition services

full-time

day shift

no weekends

no on-call

About the employer

Van Matre Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.