Travel RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Decatur, IL
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

Dietitian location not specified. This position provides nutrition care for adult and geriatric patients in an acute care setting. Responsibilities include nutrition assessments, reassessments, enteral nutrition, total parenteral nutrition, and management of protein-calorie malnutrition.

Job Details

• Schedule: MondayFriday, 7:30 AM4:00 PM; 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience.
  • Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential.
  • Active Illinois state license required by the start date.
  • Experience with enteral nutrition (tube feedings), total parenteral nutrition (TPN), nutrition assessments and reassessments, and protein-calorie malnutrition.
  • Required charting system experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Adult outpatient or clinic experience.
• Additional Information:
  • Provides care for adult and geriatric patient populations.
  • Average daily census is 165, with approximately 12 visits per day.
  • Experience with cancer nutrition, dietary guidelines, Nutrition-Focused Physical Exam (NFPE), and refeeding syndrome is beneficial.
  • Flu vaccination is required; medical and religious exemptions are accepted.
  • The first assignment day includes virtual, at-home orientation and completion of assigned modules by 4:00 PM Central Time.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits