Certified Dietary Manager (CDM)

Job Overview Okeene Municipal Hospital is seeking a detail-oriented Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) to serve as a PRN/Consulting Dietary Manager. Because patient meals are prepared off-site by our contracted nursing facility partner, this role focuses primarily on clinical nutrition oversight, menu review, therapeutic diet compliance, and ensuring safe meal-delivery protocols. Key Responsibilities & Duties Dietary Oversight & Meal Coordination: Review, audit, and approve therapeutic diets and menus provided by the contracted off-site kitchen to ensure alignment with physician orders and hospital standards. Oversee the intake, handling, and serving protocols of patient meals delivered from the partner facility to ensure food safety and temperature control. Conduct periodic reviews and screenings of patient nutritional needs, coordinating special dietary requirements or restrictions with the nursing staff. Regulatory & Quality Assurance: Ensure off-site meal delivery procedures comply with local, state, federal, and sanitation regulations for healthcare food handling. Participate in quality assurance audits and clinical interdisciplinary meetings to optimize patient dietary outcomes. Review and update facility dietary policies, contract terms, and emergency meal plans as necessary. Qualifications & Requirements Education & Certifications: Active Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) credential from the Dietary Managers Association (ANFP). Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) preferred. Current CPR / BLS certification (or willing to obtain upon hire). Skills & Abilities: Demonstrated knowledge of clinical nutrition, therapeutic diets, and healthcare regulatory compliance. Strong auditing, organizational, and record-keeping skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with nursing staff, providers, and contracted dietary partners. #J-18808-Ljbffr Okeene Municipal Hospital and Schallmo Trust Authority