Lead Registered Dietitian

Hospital Housekeeping Systems • Boardman, OH

3d • $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Registered Dietitian manages a team of registered dietitians at Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital in Boardman, Ohio. The role guides patients, families, and facility staff on medical nutrition therapy and supports a healthy, healing environment. It builds relationships with physicians and nursing staff to promote patient satisfaction and quality care that meets patients’ nutritional needs.

The position oversees hiring, scheduling, training, coaching, and counseling for a team of two or more registered dietitians. It also provides evidence-based nutrition assessments and interventions for inpatient and outpatient care, supports regulatory compliance, and collaborates with clinical and other departments on patient care and quality goals.

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration and a dietitian license as required by state regulations.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Food and Nutrition or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in a related field.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards.
• Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various software.
• Ability to interact with individuals of all backgrounds.
• Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication.
• Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations.
• Ability to maintain a positive and professional demeanor.
• Ability to make sound decisions and judgments quickly.
• Self-motivation and ability to prioritize projects and needs effectively.
• Willingness to support others as needed to achieve outcomes.
• Integrity, respect, and discretion in business dealings.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage hiring, scheduling, training, coaching, and counseling for a team of two or more registered dietitians.
• Provide leadership that fosters teamwork, morale, passion, quality, and respect.
• Complete nutritional assessments and provide evidence-based interventions for inpatient and outpatient care.
• Educate patients, families, nursing staff, food service staff, 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 patient assessments, nutritional goals, and interventions in the medical record.
• Communicate with physicians and clinical staff about patients’ nutritional status.
• Manage physician orders for therapeutic diets and supplements.
• Attend patient rounds and maintain clinical nutrition policies to support regulatory compliance.

Benefits

• Starting salary of $75,000, negotiable based on experience.
• $5,000 registered dietitian sign-on bonus.
• Paid CDR and state licensure fees.
• Up to 18 free continuing education units annually.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick time.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Career development and ongoing training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager