Director-Nutritional Services

The Director Nurtrtional Services is a key leadership position within our health system responsible for overseeing all aspects of nutrition services in our ambulatory care clinics. This role involves supervising a team of dietitians leading group diabetes education classes for patients and ensuring the delivery of highquality nutrition care to support the overall health and wellbeing of our patient population. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills clinical expertise in nutrition and diabetes management and a passion for patient education and empowerment.

1. Leadership and Supervision
   • Provide leadership and direction to a team of dietitians working across multiple ambulatory care clinics.
   • Recruit educate and develop dietitians to provide excellent nutrition services.
   • Set clear goals and expectations for nutrition services ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and quality standards.
   • Foster a culture of collaboration professional growth and excellence within the nutrition team.
   • Reviews and updates policies and procedures regarding nutrition in the ambulatory care clinics.
2. Clinical Oversight
   • Oversee the provision of nutrition assessment counseling and education services to patients with diverse health needs with a focus on diabetes management and prevention.
   • Collaborate with healthcare providers to develop individualized nutrition care plans that address patients medical conditions dietary preferences and cultural considerations.
   • Stay abreast of the latest research and evidencebased practices in nutrition and diabetes care and integrate new knowledge into clinical practice.
3. Patient Education
   • Lead group diabetes education classes for patients covering topics such as meal planning carbohydrate counting blood glucose monitoring medication management and lifestyle modifications.
   • Develop educational materials and resources to support patient selfmanagement and adherence to dietary recommendations.
   • Empower patients to make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing through effective communication and education strategies.
4. Quality Improvement
   • Monitor and evaluate the quality and effectiveness of nutrition services using datadriven approaches to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices.
   • Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory standards accreditation requirements and clinical guidelines related to nutrition and diabetes education.
   • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and interdisciplinary teams to enhance the delivery of ambulatory nutrition care.
5. Collaboration and Communication
   • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals including physicians nurses pharmacists and social workers to coordinate care and support the holistic needs of patients.
   • Communicate effectively with patients families and caregivers to provide education support and guidance on nutritionrelated matters.
   • Serve as a resource and consultant to internal and external stakeholders including community partners on issues related to ambulatory nutrition and diabetes education.
6. Other duties as assigned

• Masters degree in Nutrition Dietetics or related field.
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential.
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in nutrition and diabetes management preferably in an ambulatory care setting.
• Supervisory or leadership experience with demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Commitment to continuous learning professional development and evidencebased practice.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and motivated individual to lead our ambulatory nutrition services and make a meaningful impact on the health and wellbeing of our patients with diabetes and other nutritionrelated conditions.