Under the general supervision of the Program Director, the Director of Nutrition is responsible for supervision of the nutritional care of clients as well as food service operations for PACE CNY. Responsible for the day-to-day supervision of the clinical nutritional needs/preferences/care of participants. Provides vision/leadership/direction to provide optimum nutritional support/education to participants/family members to enhance/support specific nutritional needs of each participant while incorporating cultural, religious, and life style preferences.

Job duties specific to this position:

• Supervises and evaluates nutrition staff in their nutritional assessment and care planning of assigned clients.
• Develops goals for nutrition department that support corporate goals and initiatives.
• Reviews new supplements on the market for nutritional appropriateness, cost effectiveness and client acceptance as needed.
• Coordinates monitoring of meal service. Acts as liaison between food service contractor and PACE sites. Assists in developing and approves menus for PACE sites to assure nutritional adequacy. Oversees procurement of food.
• Trains, evaluates, schedules, and supervises the Diet Technicians and Registered Dietitians. Evaluates and recommends allocation of staffing.
• Administrator of Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
• Coordinates/conducts in-service programs to PACE CNY staff and participants, which will improve their level of knowledge and skill regarding nutritionally related topics.
• Keeps abreast of necessary developments in the field of gerontological nutrition and conveys this knowledge via nutritional education programs for participants and staff.
• Directs all Nutrition Staff meetings.
• Revises quality assurance and audit tools annually and as needed. In collaboration with quality assurance/performance improvement (QAPI) coordinator, completes quality assurance audits and develops and implements plans of correction as necessary; actively participates in QAPI and task forces as requested.
• Reviews/updates Loretto’s Diet Manual annually; revises the nutrition-related Policies and Procedures as needed. Reviews policies and procedures annually.
• Provides nutrition coverage as needed.
• Responsible for keeping current with regulatory requirements and changes as mandated by regulatory agencies.
• Complies with all State and Federal safety, health, and sanitary regulations.
• Monitors budget line for department.
• Act as a preceptor to dietetic students from area colleges/universities.
• Participates in Participant Council meetings as needed.
• Creates a plan of correction in the event of a nutrition deficiency from a Regulatory Survey.
• Ensures compliance with national, regulatory, programmatic and individual standards.
• Provides practical advice to assist participants in making health conscious decisions about food/preferences/life choices.
• Assists Director of Site Operations as needed.
• Takes administrative on-call rotation assignments and responsibilities.
• Demonstrates adherence to all compliance policies and procedures. Is responsible for promoting and fostering compliance in the workplace.
• Ensures the highest quality of care by performing responsibilities according to the highest professional standards.
• Demonstrates knowledge of PACE/D&TC Emergency Preparedness Plan and can verbalize their role during an event.

Job expectations as a Director:

• As a Director, this individual has full responsibility for an organization-wide function or service.
• Recognized as the in-house expert or lead person for their function or site. Develops and executes strategy, policy and tactics for the site or function. Keeps current in his/her area of specialization, applicable regulations and in management trends.
• Demonstrates effective leadership skills of delegation, organization, and coordination in managing the daily operations of their function or site, including performance management, scheduling, orientation, and training. In partnership with Human Resources, makes or approves recommendations on employee hires, transfers, promotions, salary changes, disciplinary actions, terminations, and similar actions. Resolves grievances and other personnel problems in a fair, timely and consistent manner, also in partnership with HR.
• Promotes and encourages teamwork among employees and managers, and between departments. Communicates ideas and goals clearly and is an effective listener. Ensures that information is efficiently communicated and shared throughout the function and organization. Fosters constructive feedback and effective coaching.
• Complies with appropriate internal and external standards and processes related to their function.
• Develops and utilizes performance metrics or process improvements to continually assess and improve quality and operating efficiency, as well as resident/customer service.
• Develops, recommends, monitors and manages operating budgets to optimize financial performance.
• Promotes and role models a culture of service excellence and customer service within their functional area.
• Creates, promotes and maintains collaborative relationships and partnerships with peers and staff throughout the organization using active listening, unbiased and nonjudgmental language, and open communication style.
• Uses effective communication and critical thinking skills during conflict resolution, problem solving, decision making, coaching and other complex dialogues.
• Facilitates and promotes employee growth and development.
• Leads or participates in meetings, improvement projects and task forces as appropriate.

Job expectations for all Loretto employees:

• Promotes and role-models the mission, values, vision and strategic goals of Loretto in all interactions with staff, peers, residents, family members, vendors and visitors. Treats people with dignity, professionalism and kindness.
• Demonstrates excellent internal and external customer service skills such as friendly greeting, making eye contact, listening attentively, responding in a timely manner, showing respect and empathy and acting as a role model for staff and peers.
• Demonstrates excellent work attendance, reliability and work ethics.
• Attends and actively participates in required meetings and training sessions.
• Complies with established policies, procedures, and codes of conduct at all times.
• Adheres to all health and safety requirements, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Practices and teaches safety awareness. Identifies and reports or corrects any possible safety or environmental issues.
• Understands all HIPAA and other compliance & regulatory requirements associated with their role, including completion of required internal or external training/certifications.
• Performs a variety of related duties as assigned.

• B.A. or B.S. in Dietetics from an ADA accredited academic institution.
• Current registration as a dietitian is required.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical experience in a health care setting necessary.
• Minimum 5 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Long-term care experience highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise clinical staff in their nutritional assessment and care planning of clients.
• Proven ability to assess appropriate food safety and sanitation programs.
• Working knowledge of team concept in providing care.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and able to learn new programs rapidly.

An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

Physical Requirements

Walking 10.00-20.00%

Standing 20.00%

Sitting 50.00-60.00%

Lifting 10.00% Up to 25 lbs.

• Pay range is $85,000 - $90,000/year, based on experience
• Excellent medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance
• Disability coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(k) Retirement/Pension Plans
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Free Loretto Health Clinic Visits
• Generous Paid Time-Off Accrual
• Fun events for employees
• Convenient locations with free parking
• Employee Coaches - to help you achieve life goals
• Diaper Assistance Program
• Opportunity for career growth and movement within 19 sites!