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Job DescriptionDescription: The Director of Nutrition Services (DNS) is responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of the organization's clinical nutrition and dietary programs, ensuring the delivery of timely interdisciplinary services to meet the nutritional, educational, and diverse needs of patients, program participants, and community members, in alignment with program deliverables and the organization's overall mission. An active nutrition services provider, the DNS will direct the integration and administration of the WIC Program, overseeing program staff, operational performance, community outreach initiatives, regulatory compliance, quality improvement activities, and liaise with internal and external stakeholders to advance maternal and child health outcomes while supporting equitable and culturally competent healthcare services within underserved communities. The DNS is a strategic and collaborative leader with strong clinical nutrition expertise, public health experience, and a commitment to serving diverse and underserved populations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS This job description is not designed to be a complete list of the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities required for this position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Clinical & Nutrition Services Leadership • Ensure delivery of comprehensive nutrition assessments, education, breastfeeding counseling, and referrals to healthcare and social service resources., • Collaborate with healthcare providers and care teams to coordinate services for pregnant women, postpartum mothers, infants, and children., • Support evidence-based nutrition and breastfeeding initiatives aligned with public health standards and organizational goals., • Monitor participant satisfaction and address concerns in a timely and professional manner. Clinical Nutrition & Patient Care • Provide direct patient care through nutrition assessments, counseling, and medical nutrition therapy for pediatric, adult, prenatal, and geriatric populations., • Develop individualized nutrition care plans for patients with chronic diseases including diabetes, hypertension, obesity, cardiovascular disease, and other nutrition-related conditions., • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, behavioral health providers, and interdisciplinary care teams to ensure coordinated patient-centered care., • Document patient encounters and care plans in the electronic health record (EHR) system in accordance with organizational standards., • Promote preventive health initiatives through nutrition education and wellness counseling. Nutrition Services Leadership • Direct and oversee all nutrition services across BMS Family Health & Wellness Centers., • Develop and implement nutrition policies, procedures, quality standards, and evidence-based practices., • Monitor departmental productivity, patient outcomes, and quality improvement activities., • Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and accreditation standards., • Develop strategic goals and operational plans for nutrition services WIC Program Leadership & Operations • Direct and oversee program operations, ensuring compliance with all WIC federal, state, and local regulations, policies, and reporting requirements, New York State Department of Health, FQHC regulations and standards, and other oversight agencies., • Develop, implement, and monitor policies, procedures, and workflows to ensure efficient and effective program delivery., • Establish program goals, performance metrics, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance participant outcomes and operational efficiency., • Monitor WIC program performance metrics, participant enrollment, outreach, retention, and satisfaction., • Monitor program budgets, expenditures, staffing levels, and resource allocation to ensure fiscal responsibility and program sustainability., • Ensure accurate documentation, reporting, and maintenance of participant records in compliance with HIPAA., • Coordinate audits, site visits, and program reviews to maintain regulatory compliance., • Strengthen community partnerships to support maternal, infant, and child health initiatives. Staff Management & Development • Recruit, supervise, train, mentor, and evaluate nutrition and WIC staff., • Lead recruitment, onboarding, training, continuing education, and professional development activities for program staff., • Conduct regular staff meetings and performance evaluations to support accountability and continuous improvement., • Foster a positive, engaging, collaborative, inclusive, culturally responsive, and mission-driven work environment focused on staff wellbeing, patient-centered care, and a sense of community. Community Outreach & Participant Engagement • Develop and implement outreach strategies to increase WIC enrollment and retention within the community., • Build and maintain partnerships with hospitals, pediatric and OB/GYN providers, schools, shelters, and community-based organizations., • Promote public awareness of WIC services, breastfeeding support, nutrition education, and maternal-child wellness initiatives., • Participate in community events, health fairs, and public health initiatives to strengthen community engagement., • Collaborate with external agencies and partners to improve community nutrition and wellness outcomes. Compliance & Quality Assurance • Ensure readiness for audits, site reviews, and state monitoring visits., • Review and analyze program data, reports, and outcomes to identify trends and opportunities for improvement., • Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and organizational regulations, policies, and accreditation standards., • Implement corrective action plans when necessary and monitor ongoing compliance activities.Requirements: REQUIRED QUALIFICATION AND COMPETENCIES • Bachelor's degree in nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field, master’s degree preferred., • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)., • New York State Certified Dietitian Nutritionist (CDN)., • Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in nutrition services, clinical nutrition, or public health nutrition required., • Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or leadership experience required., • Strong knowledge of USDA WIC regulations, maternal-child health practices, nutrition education, and community health programming., • Demonstrated leadership, staff supervision, and program management experience., • Excellent communication, organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills., • Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and data reporting systems., • Leadership and team development, • Regulatory compliance and quality assurance, • Community engagement and outreach, • Cultural competency and patient-centered care, • Strategic planning and operational management, • Data analysis and performance improvement, • Technologically advanced with a strong aptitude for leveraging digital tools, EMR/EHR platforms, and emerging technologies to enhance program operations and participant care, • Willingness to work within an interdisciplinary care model, collaborating across clinical and program teams to enhance the quality of care delivered to patients PREFERRED QUALIFICATION AND COMPETENCIES • Bilingual Spanish or creole., • Experience working in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), community health center, or public health setting., • Experience working in or managing a WIC program., • Experience in an FQHC, community health center, or safety-net healthcare organization. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position directly supervises the nutrition and WIC department employees/managers and administrative staff. WORK ENVIRONMENT • Office-based with frequent computer use., • Deadline-driven environment with multiple concurrent grants., • Interaction with internal leadership, program staff, and external funders., • Occasional evening or weekend work during reporting or audit periods. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Ability to speak, stand, bend, reach, see, and lift at least fifteen pounds at a time. Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities. TRAVEL Some travel is expected between BMS sites and company events, outside training, and other business travel, as needed. EEO STATEMENT BMS Family Health Center is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin/ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status. Salary: $95,000 - 121,000 annually Compensation details: 95000-121000 Yearly Salary PI56a53abb2483-25405-41625398

The Manager Patient Food Services reports to the Assistant Director of Food and Nutrition. The Manager Patient Food Services will assist the Food Service Director in all aspects of the patient dining in the Food & Nutrition Services Department. The Manager will manage the day-to-day operations of patient dining, help to develop a patient first concept, and train staff in patient services to ensure the highest level of patient satisfaction and good public relations through the safe and efficient use of resources. The Manager will perform a variety of duties to include the planning and supervision of patient food assembly and service, scheduling, hiring, dismissal, and training of tray line, and hospitality personnel. What You'll Do • Processes are patient centered by actively contributing to creating a friendly, welcoming, and safe environment for UH customers; driving collaboration with leadership, including physicians; organizing and monitoring operations to accommodate and respond to patient needs, concerns, and complaints within 24-48 hours; continuously displaying a "can do" attitude; monitoring and analyzing patient satisfaction data; acting as a role model for Service Excellence; maintaining professional composure during stressful situations; ensuring customer service scores meet/exceed targets; and ensuring all staff demonstrates respect for patient rights and commitment to the uniqueness of the individual patient., • Establishes goals and oversees implementation of patient food services needs based upon medical direction, patient population, and contract, while complying with dietary restrictions on special or modified diets to ensure optimal food preferences are met within guidelines of diet order limitations., • Hires, leads, directs, coaches, trains, and develops patient services team members and ensures staff are trained and evaluated on their knowledge of and adherence to compliance policies and procedures specific to their jobs., • Complies with regulatory agencies, including federal, state, and Joint Commission requirements as evidenced by successful completion of surveys with no deficiencies, and follows facility, department, and UH safety policies and procedures, including occurrence reporting., • Visits patients in nursing units and helps ensure that every patient is visited by a member of the management or professional team at least once during their hospital stay; ensures patient services staff assists in achieving stated patient satisfaction goals; and monitors and ensures compliance, progression, and follow-up of patient satisfaction initiatives., • Participates in facility-wide and department Performance Improvement Programs and teams, attends departmental meetings, staff development and professional programs, works closely with the management team to reach operational goals, and collaborates in the development of annual goals and objectives, operating and capital budgets, and continuous performance improvement standards and processes., • Participates in the planning, coordination, and supervision of the delivery of nutrition services to all inpatient units and admissions to the Emergency Department, and maintains, monitors, and updates the dietary electronic patient food service system (CBORD) to ensure efficient and accurate processing of patient menus, trayline tickets, nourishments, enteral feedings, special patient satisfaction initiatives, system upgrades, and interfaces with hospital electronic supporting systems., • Understands and adheres to University Hospital's compliance standards as outlined in the Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct, and Conflict of Interest Policy; keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state, and University Hospital regulations, laws, and policies as they exist and change; and performs other related duties as assigned. What You'll Bring • Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition, Business Administration or Hospitality required., • Three (3) years of experience in a Food and Nutrition Services environment in a lead/management capacity., • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist or Certified Dietary Manager or Enrollment in an accredited Dietary Managers Association Program and certified within one (1) year of hire required., • Thorough knowledge of therapeutic diets and automated C-BORD Diet Office management system is mandatory for this position. Certificate is required or must obtain ServSafe Food Protection Certification within the first six (6) to twelve (12) months of employment and maintained throughout employment., • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and web. Strong verbal and written communication skills required. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet standards and time demands. Ability to guide others in understanding guest service principles as it pertains to patients., • Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise and train employees. Additional related experience may be substituted for the degree requirements on a year-for-year basis. What We Offer • Paid Time Off (PTO), • Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage, • Dental & Vision Insurance, • Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA), • Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance, • Pension Plan, • Pet Insurance, • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), • Professional Development Compensation The expected salary range for this position is $81,697.00 $122,545.00 per hour, in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. About Us University Hospital is one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation. Apply Today We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community, we'd love to meet you.

Maintain a private, secure remote workspace with reliable high-speed internet. Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with an active state RD license. Self-directed and comfortable in a fully remote, tech-enabled practice.

Job Description Dietitian Job Summary: Alaris Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Dietitian to join our team at our City of Orange, NJ facility. As a Dietitian at Alaris Health, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality nutrition care to our residents. If you are passionate about helping others and want to make a difference in the lives of our patients, we encourage you to apply! Responsibilities: • Conduct initial and ongoing assessments of resident nutritional needs and develop personalized meal plans to meet those needs, • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care plans are in place for each resident, • Educate residents, families, and staff on proper nutrition and meal planning techniques, • Monitor and document resident intake and progress, making adjustments as necessary, • Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of food and nutritional products, • Stay current with industry trends and best practices in dietetics, attending conferences and workshops as needed Requirements: • Certificate in dietetics or a related field, • 1 year of experience in a dietetics or related field, • Valid registration as an RD (Registered Dietitian) or RDN (Registered Dietitian Nutritionist) What We Offer: Competitive salary (to be determined) and a comprehensive benefits package Full-time position with opportunities for growth and professional development Collaborative and supportive work environment Regular feedback and coaching to help you succeed in your role How to Apply: If you are a driven and compassionate Dietitian looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity! Please submit your application to join our team and help us continue to provide exceptional care to our residents.

Job Description Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) Axia Care Center – Orange, New Jersey Position Summary Axia Care Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Dietitian to join our interdisciplinary team. The Dietitian will oversee residents’ nutritional care, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with Nursing, Dietary, Rehabilitation, and Medical staff to support positive clinical outcomes. Key Responsibilities Complete initial, annual, quarterly, and significant-change nutritional assessments. Develop and update individualized nutrition care plans. Monitor residents at risk for weight loss, dehydration, wounds, swallowing concerns, and other nutritional complications. Review laboratory results, meal intake, weights, supplements, and physician orders. Participate in care-plan meetings, weight-management meetings, and interdisciplinary clinical reviews. Provide nutrition education to residents, families, and staff. Make recommendations regarding therapeutic diets, supplements, tube feeding, and other nutrition interventions. Complete all required documentation accurately and within established timeframes. Collaborate with the Food Service Director to ensure menus meet residents’ clinical, cultural, and personal needs. Support survey readiness and compliance with federal, state, and facility standards. Monitor food-service operations, sanitation, meal quality, and resident satisfaction. Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement initiatives as assigned. Qualifications Current Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential required. Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a related field required. Minimum of one year of dietitian experience preferred. Long-term care, skilled nursing, subacute, or ventilator-care experience strongly preferred. Strong clinical assessment, documentation, communication, and organizational skills. Knowledge of federal and state long-term-care regulations. Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team. What We Offer Competitive compensation. Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. Supportive and collaborative work environment. Opportunities for professional development and growth. The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents’ health and quality of life. Location: Axia Care Center 135 South Center Street City of Orange, NJ 07050 Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and join a team committed to delivering exceptional resident-centered care. Axia Care Center is an equal-opportunity employer.

Practice Advancement and Optimization Advances clinical nutrition practice at UW Health and helps define roles/practice standards of registered dietitian nutritionist(s), lead registered dietitian nutritionists, clinical nutrition specialists, nutrition technicians, interns and students. The Manager