Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values

Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education. Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the 10 Best Places to Live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for four consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,400+ team members and serve the region with over 45 clinic locations, the area’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center; Washington Regional Total Joint Center; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors.

Position Summary

The role of the Clinical Nutrition Manager reports to the Nutrition Services Director. This position is responsible for maintaining 24-hour responsibility for all aspect of the department. The manager is responsible for managing, directing, and planning clinical functions of delivery of care within the department. This position oversees the delivery of care to patients requiring services administered by dietitians.

Essential Position Responsibilities

• Ensure all areas of the department meet standards established by Washington Regional and all local, state, and federal regulations
• Provide leadership and direction in accordance with organization goals and objectives
• Promote team building, trust, and respect in every aspect of the organization
• Establish education and training programs to support staff development and promote a multifunctional team
• Maintain culture of safety and recommend workflow changes, as appropriate
• Ensure that all Washington Regional policies and procedures are effectively communicated to and implemented by all staff
• Participate in recruitment efforts including interviewing, hiring, and handling complex personnel issues
• Provide performance optimization strategies as it relates to patient satisfaction

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited dietetics program
• Licensure and Certifications: Registered Dietitian with the Commission of Dietetic Registration (CDR) and Arkansas Dietetic license
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years experience in a clinical nutrition role, required. Previous supervisory or management experience, preferred.

Work Environment: This position will spend 60% of time sitting while performing work in a standard office environment and 40% of time standing and/or walking while pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or carrying up to 50 lbs.