Clinical Nutrition Manager (RD)

Manchester-Center-For-Rehabilitation-and-Healing-1; Manchester (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holiday pay

401(k) retirement plan

Continuing education opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Manchester Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking an experienced Clinical Nutrition Manager (RD) to lead our nutrition services in a skilled nursing setting. You will oversee the clinical nutrition program, mentor staff, and work with an interdisciplinary team to deliver individualized care that supports recovery and quality of life.

Responsibilities include assessments, care planning, diet consultations, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential.
• Active Tennessee Dietitian licensure or eligibility.
• Experience in Skilled Nursing Facility, Long-Term Care, rehabilitation, or healthcare setting preferred.
• Prior leadership or management experience in clinical nutrition preferred.
• Strong knowledge of therapeutic diets, nutrition assessments, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the facility's clinical nutrition program.
• Complete nutrition assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Monitor residents' nutritional status and dietary needs.
• Recommend therapeutic diets, supplements, and nutrition interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, rehabilitation, and dietary services.
• Educate residents, families, and staff on nutrition topics and wellness.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Nutrition assessments

Therapeutic diets

CMS regulations

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

RD/RDN credential

Tennessee licensure eligibility

Job description

Clinical Nutrition Manager (RD/CNM)

Manchester Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
Full-Time
Salary: Competitive – Based on Experience

Lead Clinical Nutrition. Enhance Resident Wellness.

Manchester Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking an experienced and compassionate Clinical Nutrition Manager (Registered Dietitian) to oversee our nutrition services program. This is an outstanding opportunity for a clinical nutrition professional who is passionate about improving resident health, mentoring staff, and delivering exceptional care in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting.

As the Clinical Nutrition Manager, you will lead the facility's clinical nutrition program, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, and ensure residents receive individualized nutrition care that supports recovery, wellness, and quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all aspects of the facility's clinical nutrition program.

• Complete comprehensive nutrition assessments and develop individualized nutrition care plans.

• Monitor residents' nutritional status, weight changes, laboratory values, and dietary needs.

• Recommend and oversee therapeutic diets, supplements, and nutrition interventions.

• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, speech therapy, rehabilitation, and dietary services to optimize resident outcomes.

• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and provide clinical nutrition recommendations.

• Supervise and mentor dietary personnel on nutrition standards, regulatory compliance, and best practices.

• Ensure compliance with CMS, state, and federal regulations governing nutrition services.

• Monitor food service quality to ensure meals meet nutritional requirements and resident preferences.

• Conduct quality assurance audits and implement performance improvement initiatives.

• Educate residents, families, and staff on nutrition-related topics and wellness initiatives.

• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and assist with survey preparation and readiness.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).

• Active Tennessee Dietitian licensure or eligibility for licensure.

• Previous experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility, Long-Term Care, Rehabilitation Center, or healthcare setting preferred.

• Prior leadership or management experience in clinical nutrition preferred.

• Strong knowledge of therapeutic diets, nutrition assessments, and regulatory requirements.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of resident care.

• Passion for improving resident health through evidence-based nutrition practices.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holiday pay

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Continuing education and professional development opportunities

• Supportive leadership team and collaborative workplace culture

• Opportunity for career advancement

• The chance to make a meaningful impact on residents' health and quality of life

Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Work Location: In Person