Director, Clinical Nutrition & Quality Improvement

Inova Health System; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Inova Health System in Falls Church, VA seeks a Director of Clinical Nutrition to lead clinical nutrition operations across multiple units, advancing Medical Nutrition Therapy and ensuring compliance with Joint Commission standards.

You will oversee QA/QI activities, develop strategic plans and budgets, mentor dietitians, and partner with leadership to meet patient outcome goals and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• RD or equivalent certification upon hire; BLS within 3 months.
• 8 years related professional experience; 3 years of management experience.
• Bachelor's degree required if licensed before 1/1/2024; Master's degree + accredited Dietetic Internship for licenses after 1/1/2024.

Responsibilities

• Fosters a culture of learning and collaboration with stakeholders.
• Organizes QA and QI activities; leads quality improvement.
• Oversees daily operations of clinical nutrition across multiple units.
• Maintains current and archived records.
• Develops long-range plans and annual department budgets.
• Works with leaders to meet strategic goals at all sites.
• Manages staffing plans and schedules.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and policies.
• Advocates for Medical Nutrition Therapy and the RD profession.
• Serves as a clinical management resource on hospital committees.
• Maintains Diet Manuals and policies in line with guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Assurance

Quality Improvement

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Mentorship

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Dietetic Internship

Job description

Inova Health System in Falls Church, VA seeks a Director of Clinical Nutrition to lead clinical nutrition operations across multiple units, advancing Medical Nutrition Therapy and ensuring compliance with Joint Commission standards.

You will oversee QA/QI activities, develop strategic plans and budgets, mentor dietitians, and partner with leadership to meet patient outcome goals and regulatory requirements.