Registered Dietitian

Registered Dietitian at HHS summary:

Clinical Manager of Nutrition and Resident Services is a hybrid leadership role overseeing clinical nutrition care, patient/resident satisfaction, and food & nutrition service operations in healthcare settings. The manager develops and implements nutrition programs to meet regulatory and accreditation standards, conducts nutrition assessments and counseling (including telehealth), and supervises recruiting, training, scheduling, and performance management for dietetic and food service staff. The position requires an RD credential, state licensure, 2+ years clinical dietitian experience, and strong regulation, communication, and operational skills.

• Clinical Manager of Resident & Nutrition Services - Arlington, VA

  Salary $80k-85k (negotiable based on experience)

  2+ years of clinical Registered Dietitian experience preferred

  Extra benefits include paid CDR and state licensure fees. We encourage continued learning and advanced certifications! Work for a company that you can grow with!

  Exciting opportunity to work across a dynamic mix of settings, from clinical oversight to patient services management

• General Summary: The Clinical Manager of Nutrition and Resident Services, under the direction of the Department Director, oversees comprehensive clinical patient/resident care while leading an FNS ambassador team to ensure high-quality standards of operation; compliance with the standards established by HHS, regulatory agencies and the client. The managerdevelops and implements cost-effective, profit-generating nutrition programs and functions as a member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team. This hybrid role combines clinical nutrition expertise with operational leadership to create, implement, and monitor nutritional programs while fostering a team environment that delivers quality service and supports the healing process.

Patient/Resident Satisfaction

Develop and monitor evaluation processes for patient/resident satisfaction.

Coordinate and evaluate patient/resident food/dining service standards to ensure patient/resident satisfaction with meals and nourishment; initiate action to correct any problems.

Ensure processes are followed, initiate performance improvement within trouble areas.

Manage and control resources and materials to ensure the high-quality of service delivery and adequacy of supplies: Resources and materials may include patient menus: tray mats, tents, and napkins: satisfaction surveys, and nutritional supplements.

Monitor inventory and ensure appropriate stock levels for patient/resident care delivery.

App-RD

Implement and Maintain the Ambassador Programs

Educate staff, nursing, food service employees on issues regarding special diets/formulas.

Development and Guidance

Develop and provide guidance and training tools for FNS and facility staff.

Note: Attendance is an essential function of the job for all positions at Culinary Nutrition Solutions.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or related field

2-4 years of applicable clinical nutrition work experience preferred and/or certification in area of specialty

Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred

Knowledgable of regulatory and accreditation standards.

Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various software

Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.

Excellent at client relationship management.

Ability to conduct self in a positive and professional manner.

Adhere to facility policies and procedures, including the confidentiality and patient’s/resident’s rights policies as outlined in the facility’s policies and procedures manual.

Adheres to the facility’s Emergency Preparedness Program, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and other mandatory programs in the facility as appropriate.

Perform other tasks as may be assigned.

Job Specifications

Registered Dietitian with Commission of Dietetic Registration and a Licensed Dietitian as required per state regulations.

Clinical Program Management/Nutrition Assessments & Follow-Ups for Patients/Residents

Complete nutrition assessments and follow-ups for individuals with increased nutritional needs in accordance with facility policies.

Document assessment of nutritional goals and/or changes in status in the medical record.

Educate individuals and/or their family members on nutritional needs as indicated.

Attend patient/resident rounds on assigned floors.

Inform nursing and physician of changes in patient/resident nutritional status

Create, implement, train, and monitor nutritional programs related to areas of specialty to meet accreditation and regulatory requirements.

Maintain clinical nutrition policies to support regulatory compliance

Collaborate with department, facility, and company leadership to achieve operational and clinical goals.

Partner with multidisciplinary team to optimize individual care.

Provide nutrition counseling and medical nutrition therapy to individuals via approved telehealth platforms, ensuring compliance with HIPAA, state licensure regulations, and organizational policies as directed.

Attend patient/resident rounds on assigned units

Review/approve menu, formularies, substitutions, or changes.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities - Essential Functions

Training, Monitoring, Hiring Staff

Complete/conduct ongoing training for dietetic staff and provide educational opportunities for professional development.

Lead and manage ambassador team member recruiting, hiring, training, and development.

Provide leadership that supports a team environment, fostering morale, passion, quality, and respect.

Perform daily inspections and assessments of dining operations and coach team members

Conduct annual staff evaluations according to procedures and within the expected time frame.

Maintain and enforce disciplinary policy and follow through on procedures.

Complete the work schedule to ensure adequate coverage for all FNS functions.

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