Clinical Nutrition Specialist Lead
Core
Lead clinical nutrition specialist providing evidence-based nutritional care, education, and performance improvement for patients and families.
Role type
Senior IC clinical nutrition specialist (lead)
Builds
Individualized nutrition care plans and departmental quality standards
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Nutrition
Required skills
Clinical nutrition assessment, Medical nutrition therapy, Evidence-based practice, Quality assurance, Staff mentorship, Procedure development
Preferred skills
Advanced specialist certification (CNSC, CDCES, CSP), Continuing education
Technologies
HIPAA secure communication tools, Zoom, My Chart
Responsibilities
Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans; Mentor Clinical Nutrition Specialists and Clinical Dietitians; Serve as clinical preceptor for dietetic interns and medical students; Monitor quality and quantity of departmental work; Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and nutrition support rounds; Write new procedures and training materials.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership duties