Registered Dietitian

As a Registered Dietitian at CHI Memorial, your primary responsibilities will include providing Medical Nutrition Therapy tailored to patients with medical conditions requiring dietary modifications. You'll conduct personalized assessments, educate patients on dietary choices especially in relation to bariatric surgery, and participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives within the clinic.

To qualify for the Registered Dietitian position at CHI Memorial, you must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics and be a Registered Dietitian. A Master’s Degree in a related field is preferred, which can enhance your skills and career opportunities within our supportive environment.

Registered Dietitians at CHI Memorial enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, and a matching retirement program. Additional perks like wellness programs and an employee assistance program ensure that you maintain a healthy work/life balance.

At CHI Memorial, professional growth is a priority. We offer tuition assistance for career development, opportunities to participate in quality improvement projects, and a collaborative environment where you can learn from experienced healthcare professionals, ensuring that our Registered Dietitians continuously enhance their skills and expertise.

Medical Nutrition Therapy is crucial at CHI Memorial, as it helps patients manage various medical conditions through tailored dietary plans. This therapy not only supports physical health but also empowers patients to achieve their nutritional goals, particularly those undergoing bariatric surgery, thus enhancing their overall health and quality of life.

Discuss specific experiences where you developed and implemented nutrition plans for patients with different medical conditions, highlighting successful outcomes and patient feedback.

Explain your process for assessing a patient's unique needs and goals, detailing how you customize your approach based on individual medical histories, preferences, and educational needs.

Share a specific patient case that exemplifies your impact. Discuss the challenges faced, the strategies you employed, and the positive results achieved as a direct result of your guidance.

Identify challenges such as dietary misinformation, managing chronic diseases, or the need for ongoing education, and discuss how you would address these issues in your practice at CHI Memorial.

Mention any professional organizations you belong to, conferences you attend, or journals you read, emphasizing your commitment to continuous education and staying informed on emerging research in the field of nutrition.

Emphasize the importance of teamwork in healthcare and give examples of how you have effectively communicated and collaborated with physicians, nurses, and social workers to enhance patient care.

Discuss various methods such as one-on-one sessions, group workshops, and the use of visual aids or meal planning tools, explaining how you tailor your teaching style to accommodate different learning preferences.

Demonstrate your skills in motivational interviewing or establishing rapport, explaining strategies you use to understand their concerns and gradually encourage them towards positive dietary changes.

Discuss the importance of nutrition education in preventing chronic diseases, highlighting how Registered Dietitians advocate for healthier communities through outreach programs and dietary counseling.

Express your enthusiasm for the organization's mission, values, and reputation within the community, and share how you align with their goals to improve patient care and outcomes.