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If credentialed on or after 2024, Master of Science degree in Dietetics or related field from an accredited facility.

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.

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NI-Clinical Dietitian

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JOB INFORMATION
Effective Date:	3/14/2025
Entity:	Illinois
Job Code:	NI-2090AC
Job Title:	NI-Clinical Dietitian
FLSA Exemption Status:	Exempt
JOB SUMMARY
As a member of the multidisciplinary health care team, screens, assesses, intervenes and educates patients at nutritional risk. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as Health System initiatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

•	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.

As needed, additional responsibilities reasonably within the scope of duties and physical requirements may be assigned. ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND RESPECT FOR PEOPLE COMMITTMENTS.

Age Specific Competency (Clinical jobs only)
X	Clinical	Will provide all patients age and culturally appropriate assessment/screening and interpretation of clinical and laboratory data. Develops and implements age appropriate interventional plans of care including education within the parameters of their position responsibilities and licensure

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Experience
Experience	Experience Details	Required/ Preferred

LICENSE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS MUST BE MAINTAINED PER UW HEALTH POLICY.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
•	Strong organizational and problem solving abilities.
•	Knowledge of nutrition and dietary principles and familiarity with medical terminology common to nutrition.
•	Ability to effectively interact and communicate with physicians and all levels of staff and with patients, visitors and members of the community.
•	Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands
A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical Demand	Continuous Over 70%	Frequent 40% - 69%	Occasional 15% - 39%	Rarely Up to 15%
Standing		X
Walking		X
Climbing			X
Bending			X
Crouching				X
Pushing / Pulling				X
Carry			X
Fine Hand / Eye Coordination		X
Color Discrimination				X
Hearing Ability		X
Lifting / Lowering 1 -15 lbs.		X
15 - 30 lbs.				X
30 - 50 lbs.				X


Over 50 lbs.	UW Health does not require nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the “Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)” policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to work within the selected working environments.
Physical Demands	Continuous Over 70%	Frequent 40% - 69%	Occasional 15% - 39%	Rarely Up to 15%
Concentration on Detail		X
Attention Span of 1 + Hours on a Task			X
Ability to Remember Multiple Tasks		X
Oral Communication		X
Written Communication		X

Physical Demands
Physical Demands	Continuous Over 70%	Frequent 40% - 69%	Occasional 15% - 39%	Rarely Up to 15%
Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids		X
Exposure to Toxins, Cytotoxins, Poisons				X
Exposure to Extreme Heat, Cold, Temp Fluctuations				X
Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals				X
Exposure to Radiation				X

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.
THE EMPLOYEE MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB WITH OR WITHOUT AN APPROVED ACCOMODATION. Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.