Nutritionist Jobs in Springfield, IL (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $4,696.37 - $5,166.01 Monthly
Location : Springfield, IL
Job Type: Civil Service
Job Number: 2401946
Department: Internal Medicine Clinic-SMS
Division: Endocrinology
Opening Date: 05/04/2026
Closing Date: 8/10/2026 2:00 PM Central
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Non-Represented
Shift: Days
ExemptorNon_Exempt: Exempt
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Description
Under the general administration of the Division of Endocrinology, the incumbent in this position will provide appropriate education to patients with diabetes mellitus and ensure that it meets nationally recognized standards of care. Additionally, the incumbent will also provide nutritional assessments, education, and counseling for patients with diabetes, dyslipidemias, overweight or obesity, and metabolic syndrome.
*On Site Only*
Examples of Duties
Clinical Duties 90%
Diabetes Education:
. Assure optimal patient education through the following:
a. Individualized and group assessment and education of patients.
b. Development of an educational care plan and its implementation.
c. Monitoring and reassessment of an individual's achievement of the educational and behavioral goals.
II. Educate patients and family members on administration and use of insulin and other blood glucose lowering medications, blood glucose monitoring, sick day management, hypoglycemia, and other topics appropriate to diabetes management including, but not limited to, pathophysiology and natural history, acute and chronic complications, role of exercise in management, and psychological impacts of the conditions and patients and care givers. Documents and evaluates all teaching efforts and resources used
for educating patients, family members, and caregivers. Assess patient and caregivers needs for follow up education.
III. Explain and coordinate laboratory testing and procedures as needed, and discuss expectations and outcomes with patient.
IV. Teach patients and caregivers how to utilize advanced diabetes management technologies including insulin pump/continuous glucose monitor systems, insulin pumps, and continuous glucose monitors.
V. Teach patients and caregivers how to document blood glucose readings and report them to the Division's diabetes program.
VI. Troubleshoot patient concerns/problems/questions over the phone and upon walk-in to the clinic without an appointment.
VII. Review blood glucose results and discuss insulin dosing per protocols and standing orders with patient. Sending to physician for review as needed.
VIII. Maintain proficiency with software for downloading glucose meters and insulin pumps.
IX. Perform duties and responsibilities as required to achieve and maintain American Diabetes Association certification for the Division's diabetes program, including, but not limited to, facilitating and teaching group sessions, creating education curriculum and material for classes or one-on-one education.
X. Maintain database of patients for purposes of achieving and maintaining recognition by the ADA, tracking outcomes and research initiatives.
XI. Assist in the development of policies, procedures, clinical protocols and quality monitoring/improvement activities for the diabetes program.
XII. Maintain membership in professional organization (ie, ADA and AADE), obtaining required CEU credits.
XIII. Educate and be a resource for other healthcare professionals at SIU regarding pre-diabetes and diabetes mellitus including diagnostic tests, treatment options, and indications for diabetes educator and dietitian referrals
XIV. Develop, review, update and implement educational materials to meet the needs of the patients and professionals.
XV. Maintain documentation and patient records in the SIU HC medical record.
Dietetics:
A Provide nutrition counseling for patients diagnosed with diabetes mellitus, pre-diabetes mellitus, dyslipidemias, overweight or obesity, metabolic syndrome, and hypertension through individual and group appointments.
B. Teach patients with diabetes mellitus to carbohydrate count or maintain consistent carbohydrate intake with meals to facilitate efforts at achieving optimal glycemic control
C. Maintain a complementary clinical schedule to the Medical Director and Division faculty to maximize
patient access to services.
D. Serve as diabetes education resource for the Department of Medicine.
E. Communicate findings and recommendations to all referring physicians.
F. Coordinate the development and revision of nutrition-related educational materials.
G. Maintain documentation and patient records in the SIU HC medical record.
Administrative 10%
A. As directed by faculty, deliver presentations, design programs, display or educational materials on behalf of the program, both to internal and external groups.
B. Collaborate with the Division in gathering data for ADA accreditation; play an active and integral role in maintaining accreditation.
C. Assist with development of research questions and indicators for quality improvement monitoring.
D. Maintain active role in American Dietetic Association.
E. Maintain continuing education credits in areas pertinent to the practice.
F. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Credentials to be Verified by Placement Officer
1. Possession of current Registered Dietitian licensure from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulations and credentials and registration from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Knowledge of clinical nutritional and diet therapy.
2. Knowledge of basic food service operations.
3. Knowledge of nutritional assessment methods used to maintain nutritional status of patients and to develop and implement nutritional care plans for patients.
4. Knowledge of methods and techniques used to educate and instruct patients.
5. Ability to learn university and departmental policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
6. Ability to learn departmental standards of nutritional care.
7. Ability to supervise support staff.
8. Ability to teach, supervise, and evaluate students.

Condition of Employment
Out of State Applicants that apply to Springfield vacancies in classifications in the occupational area of Professional, Semi-Professional, or Managerial will be subject to the following Condition of Employment: Pursuant to the State University Civil Service System, an out-of-state resident who is hired into this position must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of their start date.
Supplemental Information
If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at or call 217-545-0223 Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.
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Pre-employment background screenings required.
Paid time off: Includes 12 paid holidays per year. Accrual rates vary based on employment type and years of service
Paid sick time: Use for personal illness, doctor visits, or if your immediate family members fall ill
Health, Dental, and Life insurance
Optional life insurance: Your spouse and dependents can enroll in State term life and university-sponsored term life insurance.
Prescription: Plan participants enrolled in any state health plan have prescription drug benefits included in the coverage.
Long-term Disability Insurance
Flexible spending accounts: Optional, IRS tax-favored program that enables you to stretch medical expenses and dependent care dollars
Voluntary retirement accounts: Optional plans include the State of Illinois Deferred Compensation Plan (457) and Tax Deferred Annuity (403b).
Tuition Waiver/Tuition Reimbursement: Continue your graduate or undergraduate education with the help of tuition waivers or tuition reimbursement
Leaves of absence: Includes FMLA and Extended Sick Leave Benefits for qualified employees
Employee Assistance Program: Access free and confidential support, including counseling services, and information during difficult times
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