Public Health Registered Dietitian

Position Details



Position Details




Job Title
DIETITIAN 2080




Position Number
8150809




Job Category
University Staff




Job Type
Full-Time




FLSA Status
Exempt




Campus
Maywood-Health Sciences Campus




Department Name
APPLIED HEALTH SCIENCES




Location Code
APPLIED HEALTH SCIENCES




Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
Yes




Duties and Responsibilities
The Registered Dietitian develops, delivers, coordinates and evaluates nutrition services and programs as part of the school-based health center (SBHC) operated by Loyola University Chicago (LUC) at Proviso East High School.

II.
Position Responsibilities: | No. | % Time | Essential Duty | Job Duties 25% | Yes | Assessment of nutrition status, development of a nutrition care plan (including nutritional diagnosis) and implementing medical nutrition therapy (MNT) including nutrition education and counseling for a variety of conditions related to child and adolescent health (particularly weight management, dyslipidemia, pregnancy, and others) at the Proviso East SBHC and other community sites. 40% | Yes | Development and provision of group education sessions on child and adolescent health offered through the LUC SBHC including (but not limited to) Lunch Bunch, presentations to athletic teams, academic classes, stakeholder groups (parents, teachers, administrators, etc.
), health fairs, weight management group, and other special health education groups (such as pregnant teens, etc.
). 5% | Yes | Interdisciplinary collaboration with staff of the SBHC and school teachers/administrator in the promotion and implementation of other initiatives related to child and adolescent health (such as the Maywood Health task force, PEP grant, outreach to elementary schools, Illinois Coalition for School Based Health Centers etc). 10% | Yes | Provides supervision, direction and mentoring for dietetic interns, undergraduate nursing students and others as assigned. 5% | Yes | Participates in evaluation and quality assurance of services and programs delivered. 5% | Yes | Enhances resources for program delivery including development of new educational materials, identification and procurement of available resources, independently and as assigned by supervisor. as needed, incorporated in #2.
| Yes | Coordinates and assures nutrition service provision with SBHC staff, dietetic interns and supervisor as assigned including food ordering for Lunch Bunch or other programs, kitchen sanitation, etc. 5-7%, will vary based on work load | Yes | Assists with development and writing of grant proposals, related reports, data collection and evaluation, and IRB applications related to SBHC nutrition services and projects. on-going and incorporated into other items above | Yes | Practices in an ethical manner in accordance with regulatory agency standards and requirements. Work consists of various duties involving different processes and methods.
Factors to be considered differ with each assignment, and elements of the work must be identified and analyzed to determine appropriate action.
(Ex.
Interaction with PEHS students, SBHC office manager, NPs, SW, MDs, LUC students, school teachers, etc.).
Provision of services from individual to groups, complex medical conditions to health promotion and disease prevention issues.

Work has moderate impact on a specific area.
Substantial impact on students or patients.

Performs recurring tasks independently, assesses situation and initiates new assignments consistent with mission of the SBHC and professional dietetic practice and personal experience.
Specific, detailed instruction provided for new or difficult assignments.

Demonstrates the skills and knowledge necessary to provide appropriate care to the patient populations served by the specific unit to which the incumbent is assigned.
Must be able to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirement relative to population specific needs.
The primary patient population for the SBHC is ethnically diverse adolescents and their families.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development for the appropriate age span of the SBHC's clients.
The age span of the unit's patients is adolescence.
However this employee should also be knowledgeable and current in dietetic practice related to pregnancy, infancy and child health.


Position Requirements: Minimum Education: Required: Bachelors Degree
Specify Degree(s): must have completed a dietetic internship by an-ACEND accredited program
Residency: N/A
Licensure/Certifications: Required: Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation; or expected within 3 months of hire
Preferred: Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics preferred.

Computer Skills: Required: Microsoft Suite
Required Skills: Ability to communicate verbally Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people Ability to finish tasks in a timely manner Ability to follow oral and written instructions and established procedures Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency Ability to maintain confidentiality Ability to work as an effective team member

Other: Working knowledge of medical terminology.
Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.
Flexible in work schedule to include evenings, weekends and holidays in order to meet program/customer needs.

Personal Relationships: This is a skilled job requiring high level of adaptability and interpersonal skills; especially ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of levels of personnel and clients including minority adolescents, SBHC health care team, LUC students, and PEHS teachers in a respectful and professional manner.

Internal Contacts:
SBHC staff, LUC faculty and students.

External Contacts: High school students and their families, teachers, administrators, athletic coaches, community members and other stakeholder groups including advisory groups, etc.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Bachelor's degree in nutrition/dietetics, completion of a clinical internship approved by American Dietetic Association and one-two years of professional experience.
Master's degree is preferred.
Qualifications

Position Requirements: Minimum Education: Required: Bachelors Degree
Specify Degree(s): must have completed a dietetic internship by an-ACEND accredited program
Residency: N/A
Licensure/Certifications: Required: Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation; or expected within 3 months of hire
Preferred: Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics preferred.

Computer Skills: Required: Microsoft Suite
Required Skills: Ability to communicate verbally Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people Ability to finish tasks in a timely manner Ability to follow oral and written instructions and established procedures Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency Ability to maintain confidentiality Ability to work as an effective team member

Other: Working knowledge of medical terminology.
Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.
Flexible in work schedule to include evenings, weekends and holidays in order to meet program/customer needs.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation; or expected within 3 months of hire




Computer Skills
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Internet and email applications.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No




Required operation of university owned vehicles
No




Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
Yes




Physical Demands
None




Working Conditions
Irregular Hours




Open Date
10/31/2024




Close Date





Special Instructions to Applicants





Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion.
We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees.
Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance.
We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.






Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/29611