Mgr, Clinical Nutrition

About the job

Job Title: Manager, Clinical Nutrition

Department: Food & Nutrition

Location: St. Mary's Campus - 89 Genesee Street Rochester, NY 14611

Hours Per Week: 40 hrs.

Schedule: Hybrid - Monday to Friday 8 am - 5 pm

SUMMARY:

**** The Manager of Clinical Nutrition will complete responsibilities for the clinical nutrition staff for the entire Health System. Activities include: develop, implement and monitor clinical nutrition practice guidelines and protocols. Develop menus and therapeutic diets; develop and implement policies and procedures for clinical nutrition; develop and implement and report on quality assurance program for department; responsible for menu software; development of diet manuals; responsible for analyzing menus and establishing nutritional protocols to meet JCAHO, NYSDOH, and CACFP regulations. Assumes role of Director of Food and Nutrition Services in his/her absence.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provision of Clinical Nutrition- Develops and implements quality practice standards with policies, procedures, practice guidelines and medical nutrition therapy protocols to direct the delivery of nutrition care services throughout the system. Develops and revises diet manuals and nutritional formularies for all levels of care throughout the system as needed.
• Quality Assurance/Improvement-Systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of clinical practice and refines service based on measured outcomes.
• Participates in the development of interdisciplinary processes for patient/resident care planning while advocating for the provision of food and nutrition services as a part of patient care.
• Collaborates with physician chairman to guide and implement the work of the Nutrition Support Committee.
• Utilizes cost and therapeutic effectiveness in controlling nutritional supplements and nourishments.
• Assist Director of Food & Nutrition Services in managing menu/meal cost.
• Interviews, selects and trains clinical staff throughout the system, develop job descriptions based on task requirements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Required Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition or related field

· Required Certification/Licensure: Registered Dietitian (RD) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)

· Required Years of Experience: At least one year of experience in a supervisory or leadership role

EDUCATION:

BS: Dietetics (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist - Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Light - Clinical - Light clinical roles involve frequent standing and walking, with occasional lifting of light objects (≤20 lbs.) and routine reaching, grasping, and fine manipulation for tasks such as patient care, laboratory work, or specimen processing. Staff rely on strong visual and auditory acuity to accurately observe specimens, read instrumentation, monitor patients, respond to alarms, and communicate effectively with care teams. Cognitive demands include multitasking, prioritizing clinical and laboratory workflows, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams. Emotional resilience is necessary due to frequent interruptions, shifting priorities, and the need for precise and compassionate interaction with patients and colleagues. Environmental exposures may include infectious materials, biological specimens, cleaning agents, sharps, chemical reagents, and wet surfaces. PPE use, TB testing, and schedule flexibility are commonly required.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$65,000.00 - $100,000.00

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14611 The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.