Nutrition Services Manager

Fresenius Medical Care North America; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dynamic leader to oversee nutritional care within a dedicated team. This role involves mentoring and guiding dietitians, ensuring high-quality patient care, and fostering a collaborative work environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nutrition, leadership skills, and a passion for improving clinical outcomes. Join a forward-thinking organization that values professional development and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans. If you are ready to make a significant impact in the healthcare field, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Performance-based Bonuses

Qualifications

• 2-3 years dialysis experience required.
• 3+ years' supervisory or project/program management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support facility dietitians in achieving quality outcomes.
• Manage staffing and training of dietitians in assigned area.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Team Building

Education

Registered Dietitian

State Licensure

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Supports the delivery of excellent nutritional care to patients by providing supervision, training, direction, guidance and support to facility dietitians in an assigned area. Acts as a resource and subject matter expert to assist in the improvement of clinical quality outcomes. Acts as the liaison between dietitians and management in the region/area to be covered.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves as a subject matter expert for Nutrition when collaborating with other members of the area Quality Team. Identifies quality improvement opportunities in the assigned area to achieve CMS Conditions for Coverage and FMS quality program requirements.

• Manages the tactical execution of Quality and Nutrition Services initiatives, interventions and standardized nutrition counseling and education materials with clinic dietitians within the assigned area.

• Provides general direction, technical guidance on medical nutrition therapy and feedback based upon professional standards and company guidelines to support dietitians within the assigned area in achieving the desired outcomes in the following: quality, patient satisfaction, teamwork, unit culture, and employee satisfaction.

• Provides leadership, coaching and development plans for all direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce; partnering with Human Resources on employee matters.

• Manages the staffing of Nutrition Services to ensure dietitian coverage. Responsible for enlisting dietitian coverage at dialysis facilities within the assigned area during times of dietitian leave of absences, vacations, census increases and vacancies.

• Manages orientation and training of all new dietitians within the assigned area with the assistance of Education team, Nutritional Services staff, and other disciplines. Provides communication and ongoing training required for existing facility dietitians to enhance clinical competencies and meet policies and procedures individually and/or through area meetings.

• Attends and participates in regional, area, facility and team meetings as appropriate which may include: quality team building and staff development and other meetings as appropriate. Collaborates with appropriate management staff as needed to achieve effective inter-disciplinary, intra-disciplinary, and clinic relationships.

• Monitors and audits Nutrition Progress Notes, Comprehensive Interdisciplinary Assessments, Plans of Care and other documentation to meet CMS Conditions for Coverage and FMS policies.

• Maintains dietetic registration and continuing education hours as specified by the Commission on Dietetic Registration and state licensure regulations where applicable. Maintains and improves knowledge and skills for a competent and innovative practice.

• Regularly monitors registration and licensure status of direct reports.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS :

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians.
  • The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
• The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

SUPERVISION:

• Responsible for the direct supervision of facility dietitians within the assigned area.

EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS :

• Registered Dietitian as per Commission on Dietetic Registration
• Current state licensure, if applicable.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• 2-3 years dialysis experience required
• 3+ years' supervisory or project/program management experience preferred.
• Certification as Renal Nutrition Specialist (CSR) preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other web-based applications.
• Demonstrated leadership competencies and skills for the position, including ability to teach, strong organizational skills, excellent communication, customer service, relationship development, results orientation, team building and decision making.
• Maintains professional demeanor and presentation
• Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the team, motivate other team members, and gain support and input from team members in an unstructured environment.

"The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate’s work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.

Annual Rate: $70000 - $118000

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Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance."

EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

EOE, disability/veterans