Company Overview

Rush University Medical Center is a leading academic medical institution comprising a 671-bed hospital for adults and children, the 61-bed Johnston R. Bowman Health Center, and Rush University. Rush University is home to one of the Midwest’s first medical colleges and a nationally ranked nursing college, along with graduate programs in allied health, health systems management, and biomedical research. The medical center also provides more than 70 highly competitive residency and fellowship programs across various medical and surgical specialties.

For over 170 years, Rush has been at the forefront of pioneering innovative and life-saving treatments. Today, it stands as a hub for both basic and clinical research, with physicians and scientists actively engaged in hundreds of studies focused on developing and evaluating new medical therapies and devices.

Beyond its core mission of patient care, education, and research, Rush is deeply committed to community service. The institution supports the Chicago community through initiatives like the Rush Community Services Initiatives Program, which encompasses multiple student-led outreach efforts aimed at addressing the healthcare and social needs of local residents.

Required Job Qualifications

Master of Science in Nutrition or Dietetics.
Registered Dietitian (RD).
Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist in the State of Illinois.
Proven experience in supervisory and administrative roles.

Preferred Job Qualifications

Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
At least two years of clinical experience.
Experience in bariatrics; mature candidates are encouraged to apply.
Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) certification or willingness to obtain CDE within two years of employment.

Responsibilities

Nutrition Care

Conduct comprehensive nutrition evaluations using appropriate tools, such as growth charts for children, and nutrient analysis aligned with Recommended Dietary Allowances for all age groups.
Apply the nutrition care process to provide individualized, age-appropriate care for patients with complex nutritional needs or malnutrition, following established nutrition protocols to assess treatment effectiveness.
Monitor, assess, and adjust nutrition therapy through ongoing evaluations to optimize patients’ nutritional status.
Administer enteral feedings following protocol for patients unable to consume oral intake, closely tracking potential complications and adjusting feedings as needed to support improved nutritional health.
Utilize metabolic carts per protocol and apply results to develop tailored nutrition prescriptions.
Serve as an essential member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, collaborating with medical staff and contributing nutrition expertise during rounds and meetings.
Provide nutrition counseling at discharge, ensuring age-appropriate education and participation in the creation or revision of patient education materials.
Foster effective working relationships with nursing departments to ensure high-quality, coordinated care.
Oversee and guide host/diet technicians in their interactions with patients at nutritional risk.

Faculty Responsibilities in the Department of Clinical Nutrition

Serve as a clinical preceptor, supervising and evaluating dietetic interns during their practicum experiences to promote professional growth.
Develop learning objectives and implement educational activities for student training.
Support student research initiatives by suggesting research topics and attending research presentations.
Actively contribute as a faculty member within the Clinical Nutrition department.

Research Activities

Assess and integrate findings from scientific literature into clinical practice.
Participate in journal club discussions and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Specialty Outpatient Clinics

Provide specialized nutrition counseling and education in outpatient settings.
Monitor assigned units and clinics to ensure high levels of patient satisfaction.
Actively participate as a key member of the healthcare team in specialized medical areas.
Engage in the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) program to enhance patient care and outcomes.

Additional Responsibilities

Support departmental objectives, including policy and procedure updates, standards-of-care revisions, and the development of educational materials.
Serve on interdisciplinary committees as needed.
Contribute to special projects and program implementation.
Demonstrate strong organizational, problem-solving, and computer skills (including EPIC, CBORD, and MS Office) for effective communication and workflow management.
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory agencies.

Bariatric, Endocrinology, and Gastroenterology-Related Duties

Ability to travel to off-site locations as required.
Flexible work hours to accommodate program needs.

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