Nutrition Services Manager

Building Location:

Grace Home Nursing Home

Department:

3099820 NUTRITION SERVICES - GV SNF

Job Description:

Manages the operational and hospitality activities of the department. Plan and develop systems and processes to improve the patient satisfaction, safety and efficiency of the department. Responsible for hiring, training, supervising and coaching employees in accordance with organizational policies and procedures. Complies with regulatory standards. The Manager is a full-time position responsible for the daily operational and improvement activities of the nutrition services on Essentia Health campus. The manager is responsible to assure the food and dietetic services are organized, directed and staffed in a manner to ensure the nutritional needs of the patients/residents are met in accordance with the practitioner's orders and acceptable standards of practice. The manager plans and develops systems and processes to improve quality, service, safety and efficiency of the department and assures compliance with regulatory requirements.

This position assists in setting short-term and long-term goals and establishes priorities based on department and Essentia Health objectives. The Manager will test and make recommendations on products, system and procedure changes and methods to improve satisfaction and efficiency. Contact with patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly, may occur while performing job responsibilities.

Education Qualifications:

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree

Sandstone/Moose Lake/Detroit Lakes/Fosston:

• Bachelors or Master's degree from an accredited nutrition or dietetics program
• Has completed at least 900 hours of supervised dietetics practice under the supervision of a registered dietician or nutrition professional

Required Qualifications:

• 3 years of food service or environmental service experience with demonstrated leadership ability, including project management and process improvement

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

• MN Certified Food Manager within 90 days of hire

Sandstone/Moose Lake/Detroit Lakes/Fosston:

• Registered Dietician by the Commission on Dietetic Registration
• Current Dietician licensure in the state(s) of employment

FTE:

1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Day/Evening

Shift End Time:

Day/Evening

Weekends:

Yes

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range:

$31.99 - $47.99

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we're committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.