Clinical Dietitian Lead

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

The Clinical Lead will assess nutrition status, and develop/implement all aspects of nutrition care to

assure appropriate nutrition intervention and adherence to regulatory standards (IDPH, JCAHO, etc.).

This position monitors and evaluates nutrition interventions, makes adjustments to plans, as needed,

and reports results of quality outcomes. This position also educates patients, care givers and other

health care providers on the effect of therapeutic diets and nutritional support to maintain/improve

nutritional status. This position takes on a supervisory role in overseeing staff in their designated area

of responsibility.

• Function in a supervisory role as a team leader in addition to performing all duties and responsibilities of a Level II dietitian, including patient care in area of responsibility.

• Design, implement and modify evidence-based nutrition education materials.

• Supervise daily work of diet technicians in area of responsibility.

• Attend and participate in interdisciplinary teams and committees.

• Provide leadership on nutrition issues within and outside the profession through initiatives such as presentations or publications for the organization and/or community.

• Responsible for daily operations schedule of staff in area of responsibility (Clinical manager or Director has final approval.

• Coordinate schedule for dietetic interns.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.