Service Leader of Clinical Nutrition - Omaha, United States - Nebraska Methodist Health System

Description

Join Us: Methodist Health System Seeks a Service Leader in Clinical Nutrition

Embark on a rewarding journey as a Service Leader in Clinical Nutrition with Nebraska Methodist Health System, where your expertise will shape the future of nutritional care across Methodist Hospital, Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, Methodist Women's Hospital, and Methodist Fremont Health. As the pivotal coordinator of our clinical nutrition team, comprising chief clinical dietitians, clinical dietitians, dietetic students, and infant nutrition formula lab technicians, you'll play a crucial role in fulfilling our organization's vision and mission. Your daily duties encompass a spectrum of responsibilities, including program development, staff training, and educational initiatives. With a focus on ensuring the highest standards of nutritional care, you'll collaborate closely with medical staff and food service providers to uphold compliance and drive excellence in patient and guest experience. Moreover, your leadership will spearhead the development and implementation of policies and procedures, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In return, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive company culture that values your contributions and encourages professional growth. If you have a background in business administration, nutrition, or dietetics, and are enthusiastic about making a significant difference in healthcare, we welcome you to join our vibrant team at Nebraska Methodist Health System.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage Food and Nutrition Service department staff, including hiring, training, evaluations, and corrective actions
• Facilitate regular staff meetings and engagement initiatives for effective communication and team morale
• Foster staff development through coaching, mentoring, and promoting professional certifications
• Ensure accurate maintenance of payroll and attendance records within deadlines
• Monitor and adjust staff schedules to optimize productivity and minimize overtime
• Supervise dietitians, lab technicians, and dietetic students to ensure policy adherence and patient service excellence
• Standardize clinical nutrition operations and conduct training for regulatory compliance
• Perform medical nutrition therapy assessments and develop care plans for patients system-wide
• Participate in interdisciplinary activities for effective patient care planning
• Educate and train staff, including dietitians and physicians, for continuous learning
• Lead clinical quality improvement initiatives to meet regulatory standards
• Collaborate with IT to optimize nutrition documentation systems and troubleshoot software issues
• Participate in strategic planning and goal setting to align departmental objectives with organizational strategies across all locations.

Schedule:

• Mon-Fri, 7:30am-4pm

Location:

• Methodist Hospital- 8303 Dodge St, Omaha, NE

Salary:

• Starting salary of $67,184 and increases based on work history/experience

Job Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Nutrition and Dietetics or institutional management
• Must obtain master's degree in Business Administration, Nutrition or Dietetics within two years of date of hire

Experience:

• 3 years previous supervisory experience required, preferably as a Clinical Nutrition Manager
• 5 years previous clinical experience with patients throughout the aging continuum required
• Experience in community and large teaching hospital environments preferred
• One year experience in a multifacility system preferred

License/Certifications:

• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) by Commission on Dietetic Registration required
• Licensed Medical Nutrition Therapist (LMNT) in the State of Nebraska required at assigned facilities
• Licensed Dietitian (LD) in the State of Iowa required at assigned facilities
• Valid and current driver's license required
• All required licenses and registration must be obtained or transferred within 60 days of hire
• Advanced specialty certification in nutrition (Nutrition Support, Pediatric, Renal, Oncology, Gerontological) as certified by the American Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition or the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is preferred
• Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and/or American Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition membership preferred

About Methodist:

Forbes named Methodist Health Systems the state's best employer for 2023

Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.

Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.