Clinical Nutrition Lead & Operations Manager

St James's Hospital Dublin; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St James's Hospital Dublin is seeking an experienced Dietitian with senior leadership skills to manage the Clinical Nutrition service, develop policies, and drive high-quality patient care.

The role requires CORU registration, 5 years post-qualification clinical experience, and demonstrated leadership in nutrition services. You will work within a multidisciplinary team, lead service planning, and contribute to governance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Be registered, or be eligible for registration, as a Dietitian by CORU.
• 5 years full-time (or equivalent) post-qualification clinical experience.
• Demonstrate leadership and management ability for duties of the office.
• Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Dietitians Register.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational management of the Clinical Nutrition service.
• Develop policies, protocols, guidelines and SOPs with stakeholders.
• Deputise for the Clinical Nutrition Manager in Charge.
• Record, monitor, analyse and report on KPI and activity data.
• Lead service planning and multi-disciplinary collaboration.
• Manage HR processes including staff leave, recruitment and induction.
• Provide clinical supervision and performance reviews.
• Promote audit, research and evidence-based practice.
• Support continuous learning and development for staff.
• Collaborate with SCOPe HSCP directorate leadership.
• Engage in directorate committees and service development initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Stakeholder engagement

Quality & risk management

Clinical governance

Education

Dietitian qualification

Postgraduate leadership/health services management

Job description

St James's Hospital Dublin is seeking an experienced Dietitian with senior leadership skills to manage the Clinical Nutrition service, develop policies, and drive high-quality patient care.

The role requires CORU registration, 5 years post-qualification clinical experience, and demonstrated leadership in nutrition services. You will work within a multidisciplinary team, lead service planning, and contribute to governance and continuous improvement initiatives.