System Director of Clinical Nutrition
About The Position
Morrison Healthcare is hiring a System Director of Clinical Nutrition for the Merit Health System in Mississippi. The role oversees clinical nutrition operations across six hospitals and an outpatient bariatric program. The director manages a team of experienced dietitians, supports patient care through rounding and inpatient coverage, and promotes nutrition excellence throughout the system. The role also helps develop and coach dining services teams to enhance the patient experience. The director leads clinical nutrition management, education, training, and performance improvement. The position is based in an acute care and outpatient bariatrics setting, with a Monday–Friday schedule and a rotating holiday schedule. Salary is $90,000–$100,000, with $7,500 in relocation assistance.
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 healthcare experience 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.
- Foster teamwork and establish strategies for innovative programs that support 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.
- Comply with federal, state, and accrediting agency regulatory standards, as well as facility confidentiality, HIPAA, and patient-rights policies.
- Manage experienced dietitians and support patient care through rounding and inpatient coverage.
- Develop and coach dining services teams to improve the patient experience.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Education reimbursement for advanced learning.
- Career advancement and growth programs for RDNs.
- Financial rewards for obtaining specialty board certifications.
- Relocation assistance for moves of 50 miles or more, based on location.
- Coverage of professional membership dues, CDR fees, and licensure fees.
- 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, FSAs, and health programs.
- Identity theft protection and pet insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
