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About Humboldt Park Health
As a community based hospital, Humboldt Park Health reinvests back into the community through programs to serve the poor and uninsured, manage chronic conditions like diabetes, health education and promote initiatives and outreach for the elderly. And we work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in the community we call home.
From its start in 1894, Humboldt Park Health has been deeply committed to serving the Humboldt Park community. Humboldt Park Health is a 200-bed, acute care facility. We provide healthcare treatment that’s patient-centered and focused on quality of care, ranging from everyday care to treatment for your most critical needs.
Join a Team That Cares for You, Too
Caring for others starts with supporting the people who make it possible. We are committed to supporting our employees with meaningful benefits, retirement planning support, and opportunities for continued growth and development. Whether you are seeking a full-time, part-time, or PRN role, you’ll be part of a compassionate, team-oriented environment dedicated to caring for both our patients and our staff.
Full-Time Employees
Benefits may include:
- Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision
- Employer-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) that increases with years of service
- Education reimbursement, subject to eligibility
- Employee wellness programs
- Additional voluntary benefits
Position Summary:
The Dietician position assists in the successful operation of Food & Nutrition Services. The Dietician will assist in the responsibility for all foodservice-related activities; including patient care, non-patient care, quality improvement, sanitation, infection control and all hospital related activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive nutritional assessments
- Develop and implement individualized nutrition and weight management plans
- Provide one-on-one nutrition counseling and ongoing patient education
- Monitor patient progress and adjust plans as needed
- Document clinical notes and patient outcomes accurately in the medical record
- Collaborate with surgeons, providers, and clinical staff as part of a multidisciplinary care team
- Support patients before and after surgical procedures with evidence-based nutrition strategies
Qualifications
- Registered Dietitian (RD or RDN) credential
- Active Illinois state licensure (or eligibility)
- Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field (Master’s preferred)
- Strong knowledge of medical nutrition therapy and weight management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative healthcare team
- Prior clinical or healthcare experience preferred
- Fluent in Spanish (required)