Clinical Nutrition Manager

About the role

Manage all aspects of hiring, scheduling, training, coaching, and counseling for a team of 2+ registered dietitians. Provide leadership that supports a team environment that fosters morale, passion, quality, and respect. Complete nutritional assessments and provide interventions using evidence-based practices for both inpatient and outpatient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide education to patients, families, nursing, food service, and other facility staff on nutritional needs
• Provide nutritional support training for the patient service ambassador team
• Manage clinical QAPI projects and plans and collaborate with other departments to achieve goals
• Document assessment of patients with nutritional goals and interventions in the medical record
• Communicate with physicians and clinical staff on patients' nutritional status
• Manage physician orders for therapeutic diets and supplements
• Attend patient rounds and maintain clinical nutrition policies to support regulatory compliance

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian with Commission of Dietetic Registration and licensed dietitian as required per state regulations
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food and Nutrition or related field
• 3+ years of experience in a related field
• Knowledge of regulatory standards
• Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various software

Skills

• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals of all backgrounds
• Communication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication
• Customer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations
• Professionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanor
• Decision Making: Ability to quickly make sound decisions and judgments
• Proactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs
• Team Player: Willingness to provide support where needed to achieve outcomes
• Business Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings
• Organization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Starting salary $78-82k (negotiable based on experience) + $3,000 sign-on bonus
• Paid CDR and state licensure fees with FREE monthly CEUs offered
• Paid time off (vacation and sick)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career development and ongoing training