Clinical Nutrition Manager

Westfields Hospital & Clinic•Saint Paul, MN

About The Position

Regions Hospital is looking for a Clinical Nutrition Manager to help plan, direct, coordinate and evaluate clinical nutrition services for patients of Regions Hospital. This position will be in charge of the following job duties/responsibilities: Provides excellent nutrition education opportunities for patients/clients, hospital and medical staff, and the community. Ensures quality patient nutrition services through nutritional assessment, nutrition interventions and education. Evaluates and improves clinical nutrition services through PIP programs. Manages clinical nutrition resources including staff, food, supplements, nutrition support regimes, monitoring parameters to assure excellent cost-effective nutrition care for all patients. Hires, orients, and evaluates clinical nutrition staff according to hospital and department policies. Maintains the department clinical nutrition policies and procedures to meet JC and CMS standards. Delivers direct clinical nutrition care. Perform related duties as assigned. At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work. We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world. At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change. Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care. Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and completion of Commission on Dietetic Registration approved internship or supervised practice program
Four years of experience in clinical nutrition or related field
Master's degree may substitute for two years of experience
Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration
Dietetic Licensure within the state of Minnesota within 6 months of hire
Knowledge and application of nutrition science, medical nutrition therapy and clinical practice guidelines for people throughout the life cycle and of human behavior and techniques for affecting behavior change
Knowledge of JC (Joint Commission), CMS standards and Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics for the profession of dietetics.

Responsibilities

Provides excellent nutrition education opportunities for patients/clients, hospital and medical staff, and the community.
Ensures quality patient nutrition services through nutritional assessment, nutrition interventions and education.
Evaluates and improves clinical nutrition services through PIP programs.
Manages clinical nutrition resources including staff, food, supplements, nutrition support regimes, monitoring parameters to assure excellent cost-effective nutrition care for all patients.
Hires, orients, and evaluates clinical nutrition staff according to hospital and department policies.
Maintains the department clinical nutrition policies and procedures to meet JC and CMS standards.
Delivers direct clinical nutrition care.
Perform related duties as assigned.