Clinical Nutrition Manager

Position Summary This position manages the inpatient dietitian staff and the outpatient dietitians. Ensures proper nutritional care and education of patients and/or families is completed and is a decision‑making member of the Health Care Team. The manager also acts as a member of the department food service team concerning all areas of patient nutrition care. Minimum Qualifications Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) through the Commission of Dietetic Registration (CDR) Current licensure as required by the state board where services will be provided WV: Licensed Dietitian through the West Virginia Board of Licensed Dietitians Five (5) years of nutrition experience in a clinical setting Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Nutrition or related field Membership with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Leadership roles held within the state dietetic association Core Duties and Responsibilities Developing and implementing department policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of clinical service while maintaining compliance with the Joint Commission Maintaining effective documented communication with medical, nursing and administrative personnel concerning nutritional care of patients Evaluating staff productivity and the need to increase staff with hospital growth Hiring, evaluating, directing, coordinating and supervising activities of clinical dietitians Ensuring implementation of clinical activities such as nutrition assessments, screening, nutrition care plans and patient education and counseling as per department policies and standards of care Coordinating quality improvement activities in the performance of patient care: monitoring and evaluating clinical activities provided and taking appropriate action to improve care and maintain quality improvement programs as appropriate Approving the diet manual and all menus and menu changes Providing orientation, in-service and continuing education for self, staff dietitians and food services technicians to maintain current nutritional knowledge Participating in committee activities concerned with nutritional care Maintaining current diet order list in accordance with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics guidelines Maintaining clinical aspects of CBORD including nutritional analysis of items, recipes and menus Coordinating outpatient nutrition care, including outpatient dietitian services, cancer patient screening and counseling, cardiac rehab education, speaking engagements and community health fairs Maintaining the formulary for nutrition supplements and tube feedings; working with IT to establish interface of these products between CBORD and Epic Assuring continuity of care between inpatient and outpatient nutrition care services Physical Requirements Frequent walking, sitting and standing are necessary body movements to complete the work Working Environment Majority of work is performed in patient care units; some office, classroom and meeting room work, and occasional community speaking Skills and Abilities Excellent communication skills with the ability to teach classes including dietitians, food service workers and the public Ability to read and write in the medical record and survey patient units Basic computer skills required Ability to respond to changes in work volume throughout the shift Ability to work Saturdays and some holidays; may need to attend a meeting in the evening on occasion Ability to interact with co‑workers, patients, family and other members of the medical team in a positive manner Must keep up to date on all professional literature in the field of nutrition by reading journals and joining list serves Ability to create and interpret schedules for staff Requires ability to manage staff effectively, including evaluations, scheduling and disciplinary actions Additional Job Description Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Day (United States of America) Exempt/Non‑Exempt: United States of America (Exempt) Company: UHC United Hospital Center Cost Center: 600 UHC Dietary Address: 327 Medical Park Drive, Bridgeport, West Virginia Equal Opportunity Employer West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr