Director, Nutrition Services & WIC Programs

Society of Critical Care Medicine; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Director of Nutrition Services (DNS) at Society of Critical Care Medicine leads strategic and operational oversight of clinical nutrition and dietary programs, ensuring timely interdisciplinary services for patients, program participants, and community members.

The DNS directs WIC program operations, develops policies, ensures regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and collaboration with care teams to advance maternal and child health within underserved communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nutrition, dietetics, or related field; master’s preferred.
• RDN and NY CDN certification.
• At least 5 years experience in nutrition services or public health nutrition.
• At least 3 years supervisory/leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of USDA WIC regulations and maternal-child health.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nutrition assessments, education, breastfeeding counseling, and referrals.
• Coordinate services for pregnant women, postpartum mothers, infants, and children.
• Lead evidence-based nutrition and breastfeeding initiatives aligned with public health standards.
• Document patient encounters and care plans in the EHR system per standards.
• Develop nutrition policies, procedures, and quality standards for services.
• Monitor productivity, patient outcomes, and quality improvement activities.
• Strengthen community partnerships to support maternal, infant, and child health.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Strategic planning

Data analysis

Community engagement

Staff development

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in nutrition/dietetics

Master's degree preferred

RDN

New York CDN

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Director of Nutrition Services (DNS) at Society of Critical Care Medicine leads strategic and operational oversight of clinical nutrition and dietary programs, ensuring timely interdisciplinary services for patients, program participants, and community members.

The DNS directs WIC program operations, develops policies, ensures regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and collaboration with care teams to advance maternal and child health within underserved communities.