Director of Nutritional Services

Directs all activities of the Food Service Department. Assists with the development, implementation and maintaining of high departmental standards. The Director WILL COMPLY WITH EEOC REGULATIONS FEDERAL/ STATE/ LABOR LAWS AND REGULATIONS.

- Responsible for the development, implementation, and provision of therapeutic patient care services in accordance with the policies of the hospital and the directives of Administration and Medical Staff.

- Responsible for the administration and management of departmental resources for the maximum benefit of the hospital.

- Performance of clinical duties according to departmental policy and with an appropriate physician’s order.

- Provision of advanced clinical expertise and education to departmental staff members.

- Supports and enforces hospital compliance of National Patient Safety Goals.

- Determine staffing requirements, and interview, hire and train new employees, or oversee those personnel processes.

- Provides coaching, counseling, training and appropriate feedback to employees

- Establish and implement departmental policies, goals, objectives, and procedures, conferring with organization officials, and staff members as necessary.

- Oversee cafeteria and patient meal production as well as catering functions

Licensure/Certification/Registration:  Valid Food Handlers Certificate in the state of Oklahoma

Education:   BA/BS Degree in Nutrition or Related Field

Experience /Skills Required: 

Five years of supervisory/management experience in Nutrition Care including policy development, budgeting, and P.I. Activities preferred.

2-4 years of catering experience required

Special Requirements:

Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact with patients, visitors, physicians, and department/hospital staff members. Computer skills necessary. Ability to work with others as a team to ensure quality patient care.