Clinical Nutrition Leader: Team + Quality Impact

Advocate Health Care; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care in Chicago, IL seeks an experienced Clinical Nutrition Manager to lead and oversee the clinical nutrition program across facilities. This role focuses on strategic direction, team leadership, and collaboration with Food Services RD liaisons to optimize patient care.

The position requires a RD credential, strong leadership, and extensive clinical experience. A Master’s degree is preferred, with emphasis on performance improvement and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition or related field.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) and state licensure.
• 7+ years of clinical experience; leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establishes goals and oversees implementation of clinical nutrition care.
• Leads clinical nutrition initiatives and improvement programs.
• Hires, coaches, trains, and develops the clinical nutrition team.
• Manages department budget and participates in margin improvement initiatives.
• Ensures regulatory compliance and coordinates with RD liaisons.
• Delivers medical nutrition therapy when needed and communicates with staff and families.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Team development

Communication

Clinical nutrition expertise

Quality assurance

Performance improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition

Registered Dietitian (RD)

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Advocate Health Care in Chicago, IL seeks an experienced Clinical Nutrition Manager to lead and oversee the clinical nutrition program across facilities. This role focuses on strategic direction, team leadership, and collaboration with Food Services RD liaisons to optimize patient care.

The position requires a RD credential, strong leadership, and extensive clinical experience. A Master’s degree is preferred, with emphasis on performance improvement and regulatory compliance.