Travel Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN)
Location: Zion, IL 60099
Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 08/04/2026
Shift: Days | 5x8 Hours | 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) for a 13-week travel assignment. The ideal candidate will provide nutrition assessments, develop individualized nutrition care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support adult oncology and medical patients.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments and reassessments.
- Conduct Nutrition Focused Physical Exams (NFPE).
- Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans.
- Provide medical nutrition therapy for oncology, diabetes, GI disorders, and malnutrition.
- Manage enteral nutrition (tube feedings) and therapeutic diet orders.
- Monitor patients for protein-calorie malnutrition, cachexia, nutrient deficiencies, and refeeding syndrome.
- Educate patients and families on nutrition and dietary management.
- Collaborate with physicians, speech therapy, physical therapy, and social services.
- Document patient care accurately in the electronic medical record.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of Registered Dietitian experience (3–4 years preferred).
- Active Illinois Dietitian License required.
- RD/RDN credential required.
- Experience with adult outpatient or clinical nutrition.
- Strong knowledge of oncology nutrition, enteral nutrition, NFPE, therapeutic diets, and nutrition assessments.
- Epic experience preferred.
- First-time travelers accepted.
Schedule
- Day Shift: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Monday–Friday
- 40 Hours per Week
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Pay: $55.00 - $58.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
Experience:
- Registered Dietitian: 2 years (Required)
- Oncology: 1 year (Required)
- adult outpatient or clinical nutrition: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Illinois Dietitian License (Required)
- RD/RDN (Required)
Work Location: In person
