Manager - Clinical Nutrition Services

sfmc; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Healthcare System in Missouri is seeking a Manager of Clinical Services to lead clinical dietitian standards and ensure outcome-driven nutrition care across inpatient and outpatient settings.

The role develops and implements therapeutic programs, ensures staff coverage, assists with department budgeting, and maintains compliance with regulatory agencies, working under the Director for strategic direction.

Qualifications

• Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian (RD) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) is required.
• Master's in food and nutrition or related field preferred.
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) preferred.
• Valid Missouri license as a Dietitian is required, BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain standards of practice for clinical dietitians.
• Ensure adequate dietitian coverage for inpatient and outpatient areas.
• Develop and implement therapeutic nutrition programs.
• Collaborate with Director to meet patient nutritional needs and assist with department budgeting.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory agencies and internal standards.

Skills

Staff leadership

Clinical dietetics

Program development

Education

Registered Dietitian (RD) credential

Master's in food and nutrition or related field

CDCES

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Director, the Manager of Clinical Services responsibility is accountable for the standards of practice for clinical dietitians. They are responsible for establishing standards and policies as outlined by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and assuring adherence to those standards. This role is responsible for assuring adequate dietitian coverage for the inpatient and outpatient areas. They have accountability for the development and implementation of therapeutic programs. In collaboration with the Director, the Manager of Clinical Services assures that patients' nutritional needs are met. Provides staff relief as necessary. Assists Director with department budget process. Maintains clinical standards for all regulatory agencies.

JOB DETAILS AND REQUIREMENTS

Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

No weekends or holidays

Education:

• Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian (RD) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) required
• Master's in food and nutrition or related field preferred.
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) preferred.

Certification & Licensures:

• Valid license as a Licensed Dietitian for the state of Missouri, required
• BLS certification, required

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience in both acute care and outpatient settings.

Clinical Dietetics experience of at least 5 years in both acute and outpatient settings-preferred

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Why Work at Saint Francis?

Saint Francis Healthcare System began in 1875 when three courageous Franciscan Sisters answered a call to care for those in need. What started as a 12‑bed hospital has grown into the region's leading healthcare system-recognized nationally for exceptional quality, safety, and patient experience.

Today, Saint Francis serves more than 715,000 people across five states. With a 306‑bed Medical Center , nearly 3,000 team members , and over 300 providers , Saint Francis is not only the largest healthcare system between St. Louis and Memphis-it's a powerful economic anchor for the communities it serves.

You'll find more than 50 specialties , the region's only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center , and southeast Missouri's first Level III NICU . The system's employed physician group, Saint Francis Medical Partners, supports more than 40 outreach clinics and 70% of the area's primary care providers.

A Mission That Matters
At Saint Francis, you're not just doing a job - you're part of a Catholic healing ministry rooted in compassion, dignity, and service. Every action is inspired by a commitment to honor human life and care for every person who walks through the doors.

Mission
To provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality, and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ.

Vision
To be a leading Catholic healthcare system that celebrates and protects the gift of life by providing exceptional patient outcomes in quality, safety, access and value.

Values You Can Feel Every Day

Integrity: Doing what's right, even when no one is watching

Stewardship: Managing resources wisely for the future

Faith: Believing in a purpose greater than ourselves

Hope: Lifting up those who feel discouraged

Joy: Serving others with a grateful, happy heart

Compassion: Seeing others through Christ's eyes

Excellence: Always striving to be the best

Dignity: Respecting human life from beginning to end

Total Rewards

Our most important asset is our colleagues. That's why Saint Francis Healthcare System offers a comprehensive benefits program to meet all your needs. Colleagues working at least 24 hours per week will have access to our Total Rewards package as outlined below.

Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision - available on the first of the month after hire date

Saint Francis Medical Services Discount

Earned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history. ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days into one balance to allow for flexibility

Retirement benefits including SFHS immediate matching

Education Assistance benefits up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduation

Other benefits including: Benefit Support through Health Advocate, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Earned Wage Access

To learn more about our Total Rewards package and eligibility, visit www.sfmc.net/careers/benefits/ .

Equal Employment Opportunity

Saint Francis Healthcare System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orien