Job Summary:

• Analyze and interpret clinical and other clinical diet related data.
• Assess patient dietary needs utilizing the Standards of Care.
• Plan and develop patient menus that meet therapeutic needs of facility and physician requirements.
• Maintain policy and procedure manual. 
• Develop clinical and patient services, polices, and procedures.
• Plan and implement performance improvement programs. 
• Develop standards of nutritional care.
• Considers cost effectiveness in the development of the nutrition formulary.
• Monitors and controls labor cost and other budgets as responsible.
• Demonstrates the ability to use the computerized information system.

Skills on Resume: 

• Assessing Patient Dietary Needs (Hard Skills)
  
• Menu Planning and Development (Hard Skills)
• Policy and Procedure Management (Hard Skills)
• Developing Clinical and Patient Service Policies and Procedures (Hard Skills)
• Performance Improvement Programs (Hard Skills)
• Developing Standards of Nutritional Care (Hard Skills)
• Computerized Information Systems (Hard Skills)

Job Summary:

• Delegate responsibilities and provide staff with the training necessary to perform assigned tasks. 
• Follows up on delegated responsibilities.
• Determine time frames for program implementation (new menus, labor reduction, and equipment installation).
• Develop and review schedules for the Assistant Chief and Coordinators including monitoring time and attendance. 
• Documents problem areas and counsels when necessary.
• Conduct annual performance evaluations and assists staff in formulating plans for developing new skills that will lead to process improvement and efficiencies.
• Develop and conducts in-service training, incorporating behavioral objectives, planned activities, and audiovisual resources.
• Articulate the process of developing comprehensive skill-based training for employees.
• Evaluates resident nutritional needs and establishes dietary programMonitors resident status and takes appropriate actions
• Works collaboratively with dining services department
• Creates and maintains documentation
• Maintains client relationships

Skills on Resume: 

• Leadership and Delegation (Hard Skills)
• Follow-Up and Accountability (Hard Skills)
• Project Management (Hard Skills)
• Scheduling and Monitoring (Hard Skills)
• Counseling and Documentation (Hard Skills)
• Performance Evaluation (Hard Skills)
• Training and Development (Hard Skills)
• Client Relationship Management (Soft Skills)

Job Summary:

• Manages operations of Clinical Nutrition staff for areas of responsibility (inpatient, outpatient clinics, PESS, pediatrics, etc.).
• Oversees the provision of medical nutrition therapy by supervising the activities of clinical dietitians, including nutrition screening, assessment, monitoring, and education according to established departmental policies.
• Schedules clinical nutrition staff according to department needs and budgeted hours.
• Addresses questions and concerns of patients and families, community members, and health professionals using nutrition knowledge and problem solving skills. 
• Ensures that staff abide by service excellence standards.
• Promotes a safe and secure environment
• Contributes to the safety and security of the Johns Hopkins environment
• Serves as a clinical resource for foodservice operations.
• Oversees departmental clinical compliance and clinical pertinence programs to ensure quality of nutrition interventions and compliance with documentation standards, to include peer review, chart audits, etc.
• Manages the regular review of current literature to ensure the most recent advancements in nutrition care are incorporated into nutrition practices and protocols

Skills on Resume: 

• Clinical Nutrition Management (Hard Skills)
• Supervision and Leadership (Hard Skills)
• Staff Scheduling and Resource Management (Hard Skills)
• Patient and Stakeholder Interaction (Soft Skills)
• Service Excellence and Safety Promotion (Soft Skills)
• Clinical Resource Expertise (Hard Skills)
• Compliance and Quality Assurance (Hard Skills)
• Evidence-Based Practice (Hard Skills)

Job Summary:

• Develops and implements change in practice and workflow based on literature findings.
• Leads the clinical nutrition team in evaluating and implementing nutrition care protocols using principles of evidence-based practice to establish and/or improve nutrition practice guidelines.
• Manages completion of assignments/projects according to a set of pre-established goals within an agreed upon timeframe.
• Under the direction of the Director of Nutrition Education and Practice, develops initiatives, policies and services to support organizational efforts to achieve patient and staff satisfaction goals.
• Consistently assures nutrition participation in protocol development and PI projects relevant to nutrition.
• Oversees the management and operation of formula room(s) 
• Updates and applies professional knowledge
• Sets and communicates objectives, communicates and reinforces high standards in all areas, monitors performance and addresses issues
• Manages the dining service program for skilled nursing
• Reviews and revises policies and procedures

Skills on Resume: 

• Evidence-Based Practice (Hard Skills)
• Project Management (Hard Skills)
• Policy Development (Hard Skills)
• Quality Improvement (Hard Skills)
• Facilities Management (Hard Skills)
• Professional Development (Hard Skills)
• Leadership and Communication (Soft Skills)
• Program Management (Hard Skills)

Job Summary:

• Develops job descriptions and determines levels of competency necessary to meet mandatory job requirements.
• Recruits, interviews, hires, and facilitates training of new employees to meet department staffing needs.
• Manages, disciplines, and evaluates the performance of assigned departmental personnel based on job requirements and core competencies assigned to the job.
• Provides or facilitates in-services and training opportunities for clinical nutrition staff.
• Resolves conflicts using constructive coaching techniques while providing employees with feedback that is timely, clear, and appropriate.
• Conducts regularly scheduled staff meetings.
• Assists in budget planning, projects revenue and productivity, and establishes financial objectives.
• Assesses, designs, implements and evaluates nutrition care policies and procedures to achieve cost containment and improved patient outcomes. 
• Monitors department outcomes and adjusts processes to ensure evidence-based practices and improve employee and patient satisfaction.
• Develops, initiates, and monitors a performance improvement program in accordance with Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) requirements.
• Assists in achieving compliance with regulatory agency standards, including state, federal, and JCAHO standards.

Skills on Resume: 

• Human Resources Management (Hard Skills)
• Performance Management (Hard Skills)
• Training and Development (Hard Skills)
• Conflict Resolution (Soft Skills)
• Leadership and Communication (Soft Skills)
• Financial Management (Hard Skills)
• Policy and Procedure Development (Hard Skills)
• Quality Improvement and Compliance (Hard Skills)

Job Summary:

• Creates and implements a strategic plan that positions clinical dietitians into key roles, high values, and cost-effective patient care.
• Establishes and integrates department goals with hospital-wide annual goals and visions to provide optimal nutrition care.
• Monitors and integrates technological advances that enhance efficiency as appropriate.
• Interacts with hospital management, professional staff, and foodservice staff to promote interdepartmental communication and cooperation and to ensure patients’ nutritional needs are met.
• Attends and participates in interdisciplinary teams and committees.
• Coordinates staff resources to provide community events and nutrition programs.
• Collaborates with corporate teams, state and national health care professionals, and professional organizations via information exchange, benchmarking tools, and attendance at national conferences.
• Evaluates nutrition care protocols using principles of evidence-based practice to establish and/or improve nutrition practice guidelines.
• Review current literature regularly to ensure that the most recent advancements in nutrition care are incorporated into nutrition practices and protocols.
• Maintains dietetic registration and continuing education requirements.
• Develops and maintains and individualized plan for professional growth and development including participation in professional organizations and activities, workshops, seminars, and staff development programs.

Skills on Resume: 

• Strategic Planning and Implementation (Hard Skills)
• Goal Integration (Soft Skills)
• Technology Integration (Hard Skills)
• Interdepartmental Communication (Soft Skills)
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration (Soft Skills)
• Resource Coordination for Community Engagement (Soft Skills)
• Professional Networking and Collaboration (Soft Skills)
• Evidence-Based Practice and Professional Development (Hard Skills)

Job Summary:

• Manage clinical nutrition protocols and ensure industry standards are exceeded.
• Manage clinical nutrition staff and patient services delivery staff.
• Manage dining services delivery protocols to ensure that patients are receiving exceptionally healthy and delicious meals that improve overall nutritional status.
• Assess meal rounds and develop criteria to evaluate performance.
• Develop protocols for patient interaction during meals.
• Improve meal delivery to ensure correct temperatures and dietary requirements are met.
• Train patient services staff in proper protocols that ensure patients are receiving exceptional and safe meal delivery that meet the National Patient Safety goals.
• Integrate guest dining services into the patient care model, service and treatment.
• Foster and develop positive client relationships.
• Develop relationships with Nursing Leadership and act as a Liaison between patient care and dining services.
• Understand and evaluate patient satisfaction tools.
• Work within the health systems committees to advocate for nutrition-related programs and procedures

Skills on Resume: 

• Clinical Nutrition Management (Hard Skills)
• Staff Management (Hard Skills)
• Dining Services Management (Hard Skills)
• Performance Evaluation (Hard Skills)
• Protocol Development (Hard Skills)
• Staff Training (Hard Skills)
• Client Relationship Management (Soft Skills)
• Advocacy and Collaboration (Soft Skills)

Job Summary:

• Supervises the clinical dieticians and dietetic interns. 
• Conducts quality measurements of the clinical dieticians.
• Develops policies and procedures relating to clinical and patient services areas.
• Ensures that all regulatory and HFAP standards are complying and HACCP guidelines are followed including quality improvement.
• Coordinates activities and manages staff to provide for the delivery of quality food services including retail catering, cafeteria services, special events and patient meals.
• Responsible for planning, developing, implementing and maintaining optimum clinical nutritional care for patients throughout the continuum of care.
• Approves patient's menus and supplements.
• Develop and monitor strategic initiatives for customer satisfaction and Press Ganey goals.
• Identify and implement multi-disciplinary team strategies to achieve customer service performance levels consistent with organizational objectives.
• Provide for the management of human resources in assigned areas to include hiring, coaching, mentoring, counseling, and disciplinary action
• Coach and mentor coordinators and staff to allow maximum opportunity for development. 
• Provides feedback to recognize accomplishments and correct deficiencies.

Skills on Resume: 

• Leadership and Supervision (Soft Skills)
• Quality Management (Hard Skills)
• Policy Development (Hard Skills)
• Strategic Planning (Hard Skills)
• Clinical Nutrition Expertise (Hard Skills)
• Menu Planning and Approval (Hard Skills)
• Team Coordination and Management (Soft Skills)
• Human Resource Management (Soft Skills)

Job Summary:

• Manage clinical nutrition protocols and ensure industry standards are exceeded.
• Manage clinical nutrition staff and patient services delivery staff.
• Manage dining services delivery protocols to ensure that patients are receiving exceptionally healthy and delicious meals that improve overall nutritional status.
• Assess meal rounds and develop criteria to evaluate performance.
• Develop protocols for patient interaction during meals.
• Improve meal delivery to ensure correct temperatures and dietary requirements are met.
• Train patient services staff in proper protocols that ensure patients are receiving exceptional and safe meal delivery that meet the National Patient Safety goals.
• Integrate guest dining services into patient care model, service and treatment.
• Foster and develop positive client relationships.
• Develop relationships with Nursing Leadership and act as a Liaison between patient care and dining services.
• Understand and evaluate patient satisfaction tools.
• Work within the health systems committees to advocate for nutrition related programs and procedures

Skills on Resume:  

• Clinical Nutrition Management (Hard Skills)
• Staff Management (Hard Skills)
• Dining Services Management (Hard Skills)
• Performance Evaluation (Hard Skills)
• Protocol Development (Hard Skills)
• Training and Development (Hard Skills)
• Client Relationship Management (Soft Skills)
• Advocacy and Collaboration (Soft Skills)

Job Summary:

• Planning, scheduling, coordinating, and supervising competency of the operations of the adult inpatient Registered Dietitian (RD) staff (12 FTEs) at the University Hospital, Ashley River Tower, and Institute of Psychiatry.
• Evaluating applicants, scheduling and interviewing candidates, and approving final selection of all adult inpatient RD staff based on required job standards and competencies, orientation of new staff members.
• Oversee work of the adult inpatient RD staff in terms of productivity, clinical care, and outcomes, as well as clinical documentation and compliance with organizational goal setting.
• Oversee compliance outlined in clinical nutrition policies and hospital policies
• Review and update policies and procedures.
• Positively interact with hospital management and professional staff, promoting excellence in service and clinical evidence-based professional standards for nutritional care.
• Collaborate with Adult Outpatient and Pediatric Clinical Nutrition Managers.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.
• Develop and consistently enforce departmental policies and procedures.
• Ensure appropriate schedules are established, posted and enforced per policy and support the payroll process as established by guidelines.
• Ensure that all employee annual Performance Evaluations are prepared and presented to employees at the appropriate times.
• Responsible for building effective working relationships and a spirit of teamwork within and between individuals and work units.
• Collaborate with Patient Services Managers to ensure food service operations comply with clinical expectations and contractual requirements, especially as it relates to standardized recipes and timely delivery of food, nourishments, and enteral nutrition impacting clinical nutritional care.
• Responsible for co-chairing the Adult Nutrition Therapy Committee with the Medical Director and representing adult inpatient clinical nutrition services on other hospital committees (Pharmacy & Therapeutics, Accreditation/Regulatory Committee, Hospital Diabetes Task Force).

Skills on Resume: 

• Leadership and Supervision (Hard Skills)
• Recruitment and Selection (Hard Skills)
• Policy Development and Compliance (Hard Skills)
• Performance Management (Hard Skills)
• Interpersonal Skills and Collaboration (Soft Skills)
• Process Improvement and Quality Assurance (Hard Skills)
• Team Building and Communication (Soft Skills)
• Committee Leadership and Representation (Hard Skills)