Clinical Dietitian

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Clinical Dietitian to join our team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work with a high-risk senior patient population in a skilled nursing facility environment. You will be part of a very tenured group of dietitians who average 16 years of experience. Additionally, we are willing to train the right individual who meets the educational and licensure requirements but may not have prior experience.

Why This Role Is Perfect for You:

• Work Schedule:

• Typical Work Schedule: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday

• Flexible Hours Available: We understand the need for flexibility and offer options to adjust your start and end times to best suit your needs. Our core priority is to ensure that our team can support observation of resident meal schedules, with breakfast at 8:00 AM and dinner at 5:00 PM.

• On-Site and Remote Work:

• On-site Schedule: Contingent upon the Illinois Administrative Code required on-site hours.

• Remote Charting: Opportunity for remote charting; on-site presence required for mandatory meetings with nursing staff for care management .

• No On Call Rotation

• Location: Assigned Skilled Nursing Facility.

• Note: We are not able to accommodate 10-hour workdays currently.

• Independence: Enjoy the freedom of working in the field, providing education and support to skilled nursing facility residents.

• Patient-Centered Care: Educate patients and caregivers on managing respiratory conditions and using prescribed therapies, all while being a trusted resource for their health journey.

Who Should Apply: This is an excellent opportunity for those who enjoy working with a high-risk senior patient population and wish to contribute significantly to their care, all while being part of a tenured team of dietitians with an average of 16 years of experience.

What We Offer:

• High Satisfaction: Work with a company known for excellent customer satisfaction and a supportive work environment.

• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a rewarding healthcare setting.

• Flexibility: Flexible work arrangements allowing for remote charting, provided all on-site hours comply with the Illinois Administrative Code requirements.

• Benefits: Health, Dental, Life Insurance, 401k and generous Personal Time Off benefits are available for full-time and part-time employees.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college or university.
• Registered Dietitian with the Commission of Dietetic Registration and Licensed Dietitian status.
• Previous experience as a Clinical Dietitian, preferably with high-risk senior populations in long-term care settings, is preferred but not required. We are willing to train the right candidate.
• Knowledge of computer applications (Microsoft Office) and computerized charting applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to write letters, summaries, and reports adhering to professional standards of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style.
• Proficiency in mathematical concepts such as probability, statistics, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with state and federal regulations governing nutritional care in long-term care facilities?.

Responsibilities:

• Perform nutritional and professional services to customers under contract with Prism Health Care Services.
• Maintain adherence to established professional standards of practice for dietetic professionals.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with HIPAA regulations
• Serve as a professional resource for in-service education and provide nutritional guidance to allied health professionals.
• Function as a liaison with medical, nursing, social services, dining services, and administrative staff to develop and ensure adherence to dietetic policies and procedures.
• Assist allied professional health workers and food service employees in menu planning for prescribed therapeutic diets.
• Attend care conferences as needed.
• Evaluate and report the adequacy and appropriateness of dietary services with the facility administrator.
• Record all nutritional care assessments, findings, and recommendations in the medical record.
• Attend regularly scheduled meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated dietitian who enjoys working with a senior population and thrives in a collaborative environment. Join us to make a significant impact on patient care and be a part of a supportive and experienced team.