CLINICAL NUTRITION MANAGER

Hhs Culinary And Nutrition Solutions • Richmond, VA

419d • $75,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The Clinical Nutrition Manager at St Francis Medical Center is responsible for overseeing a team of registered dietitians, guiding patients, families, and facility staff in medical nutrition therapy. This role emphasizes building relationships with healthcare professionals to enhance patient satisfaction and ensure quality nutritional care. The position also involves managing clinical projects, providing education, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

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
• 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

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Paid time off (vacation and sick)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employee resource groups (ERGs)
• Career development and ongoing training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Food Services and Drinking Places
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees