Clinical Nutrition Manager

Merrimack Health; Lawrence (MA); Sur place; USD 43 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Merrimack Health in Massachusetts seeks a Clinical Nutrition Manager who oversees clinical nutrition services, leads the Registered Dietitian team, and ensures safe, effective, and high-quality nutrition care across the hospital.

Reporting to the System Director of Food and Nutrition Services, the CNM handles clinical operations, staff development, regulatory compliance, patient satisfaction, and quality improvement, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to advance nutrition initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition or related field with accredited dietetics education and supervised practice for RDN credentialing.
• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential through CDR.
• Massachusetts dietitian licensure as required.
• At least three years of healthcare experience as an RD.
• Strong clinical nutrition, leadership, communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilités

• Oversee clinical nutrition services and lead the RD team to ensure safe, effective, high-quality care.
• Manage clinical operations, staff development and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support patient outcomes and nutrition initiatives.
• Monitor patient satisfaction and drive continuous quality improvement.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Organizational

Problem solving

Clinical nutrition

Regulatory compliance

Formation

Bachelor's degree in nutrition

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN)

Massachusetts licensure

3+ years healthcare RD experience

Master's degree (preferred)

Description du poste

Days, evenings, weekends, and holidays , various

Scheduled Hours per Week: 40

Salary Range: $30.90 - $46.35

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the System Director of Food and Nutrition Services, the Clinical Nutrition Manager oversees clinical nutrition services and leads the Registered Dietitian (RD) team to ensure safe, effective, and high-quality nutrition care. This role is responsible for clinical operations, staff management and development, regulatory compliance, patient satisfaction, and continuous quality improvement. The CNM collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to support patient outcomes and advance nutrition initiatives throughout the hospital and, as applicable, Merrimack Health System.

Education, Licensure, and Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition or a related field, with the required accredited dietetics education and supervised practice to qualify for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credentialing, consistent with applicable CDR requirements.
• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Massachusetts dietitian licensure, as required.
• At least three years of healthcare experience as a Registered Dietitian.
• Strong clinical nutrition, leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in nutrition or a related field, with the required accredited dietetics education and supervised practice to qualify for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credentialing, consistent with applicable CDR requirements.
• Experience managing clinical nutrition services, supervising staff, and leading quality improvement initiatives.
• Experience with nutrition-related technology, feeding tube placement systems, regulatory compliance, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to effectively present information to medical staff, healthcare professionals, top management, and public