Director of Clinical Nutrition Systems

Compass Group•FLOWOOD, MS

26d•$90,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Morrison Healthcare is hiring a Director of Clinical Nutrition Systems in Mississippi to oversee clinical nutrition operations across six hospitals and an outpatient bariatric program. This leadership role manages a team of experienced Dietitians, supports patient care through rounding and inpatient coverage, and promotes nutrition excellence across the system. The position also helps develop and coach dining services teams to improve the patient experience. The Director manages, educates, and trains clinical nutrition teams and leads performance improvement. The role establishes clinical nutrition programs based on medical direction, patient population, and contract requirements, while promoting effective teamwork and programs that support clinical and financial outcomes. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday in acute care and outpatient bariatric settings. The listed salary is $90,000–$100,000. Relocation assistance of $15,000 is also listed; the posting notes that relocation support applies to moves of 50 or more miles based on location. Benefits and professional support include education reimbursement, career development programs, board-certification rewards, coverage of professional membership dues, CDR fees and licensure, free continuing education units, health and wellness plans, insurance coverage, retirement plans, time off, and other employee programs.

Requirements

Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
Active license from the State of Mississippi Dietetics Licensing Board.
Five years of experience in healthcare as a Registered Dietitian, including two years in a managerial position.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Professional certification, such as CDE or CNSC.

Responsibilities

Establish and implement system clinical nutrition programs based on medical direction, patient population, and contract requirements.
Foster teamwork and develop strategies for innovative programs that support optimal clinical nutrition and financial outcomes.
Oversee or conduct evaluations of clinical nutrition teams according to departmental policy.
Monitor clinical staff competency, productivity, and documentation accuracy.
Manage a team of Dietitians and support patient care through rounding and inpatient coverage.
Develop and coach dining services teams to enhance the patient experience.
Comply with regulatory standards, including federal, state, and accrediting agency requirements, and follow facility confidentiality, HIPAA, and patient rights policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Education reimbursement for advanced learning.
Career advancement and growth programs tailored to Registered Dietitian Nutritionists.
Financial rewards for obtaining specialty board certifications.
Relocation assistance; the posting lists $15,000 and notes support for moves of 50 or more miles based on location.
Coverage of professional membership dues, CDR fees, and licensure.
Free continuing education units through a nutrition education webinar series.
Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage.
401(k) and retirement plans.
Flexible or paid time off and holiday pay, varying by site and state.
Paid parental leave and personal leave.
Shopping discounts and commuter benefits.
Employee Assistance Program, flexible spending accounts, and health programs.
Identity theft protection and pet insurance.