Dietitian Facility Program Lead - Nutrition & Training

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 98,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration is seeking a Dietitian (Facility Program Coordinator) to lead a multidisciplinary team and manage the facility nutrition program. The role includes policy development, training, and direct patient care within clinical privileges.

The position emphasizes program leadership, staff development, and collaboration with national and local stakeholders. Telework is ad hoc; standard schedule is Monday–Friday, with responsibility across the facility.

Qualifications

• Supervisory Facility Program Coordinator leading a multidisciplinary team.
• Must hold ACEND-accredited program credentials.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of program, policy, and procedure development; set goals and monitor priorities.
• Participate in design of research activities or quality improvement studies with data collection and analysis.
• Develop and maintain training and reference materials; supervise up to two employees.
• Manage all aspects of the program ensuring local compliance with national policy; coordinate with multidisciplinary team.
• Provide direct patient care by developing and implementing comprehensive nutrition therapy within scope.
• Serve as consultant and technical advisor within the facility and to Veterans.

Education

ACEND accredited programs

Job description

Veterans Health Administration is seeking a Dietitian (Facility Program Coordinator) to lead a multidisciplinary team and manage the facility nutrition program. The role includes policy development, training, and direct patient care within clinical privileges.

The position emphasizes program leadership, staff development, and collaboration with national and local stakeholders. Telework is ad hoc; standard schedule is Monday–Friday, with responsibility across the facility.