Clinical Nutrition Manager Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Sodexo seeks a Clinical Nutrition Manager for Parkview Health, a growing 14-hospital system in Fort Wayne, IN. This leader oversees clinical nutrition services across the system, guiding dietitians and clinical nutrition leaders.

Partnering with hospital leadership, this role advances quality patient care, supports strategic initiatives, and drives consistency across facilities. An excellent opportunity for an experienced leader to make a broad impact.

About the job

In this leadership role you will oversee clinical nutrition and patient foodservice operations across multiple healthcare sites. You will guide a team of skilled professionals, ensuring regulatory compliance, enhancing patient outcomes, and driving innovation in nutrition services on a broad scale. Your strategic influence will shape the future of nutrition care and service delivery within a complex healthcare environment.

Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.

Pay Range: $100130 - $129580

What's in it for you

• Provide executive leadership and strategic oversight for multi-site clinical nutrition and foodservice programs, ensuring alignment with client goals and organizational mission.
• Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures that uphold clinical excellence and meet all regulatory and compliance standards.
• Recruit, credential, and manage clinical and patient services teams, fostering professional growth through mentorship and performance management.
• Collaborate closely with medical, nursing, and administrative leaders to guide care delivery, menu planning, and clinical protocol development.
• Utilize clinical and financial data to drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Lead nutrition education, training, and credentialing programs for staff and interns, while identifying opportunities for innovative program expansion.

What you'll bring 

• Extensive leadership experience managing large, interdisciplinary teams across multiple healthcare sites.
• Clinical nutrition expertise, including specialized patient care, foodservice operations, and regulatory compliance.
• Strategic mindset with a track record of driving business results, innovation, and effective contract management.
• Operational skills in budgeting, labor management, and performance evaluation for multi-site programs.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to foster collaboration with clinical, administrative, and operational partners.

Requirements

• Education Requirement:
• Master's degree in nutrition, dietetics, or related
• Bachelor's degree is accepted if eligible for the RD exam before 1/1/24
• Certification Requirement:
• Eligible for or currently credentialed as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
• Must obtain RDN status within 120 days of hire (if not already credentialed)
• State licensure/certification as required by state law at time of hire

What we offer 

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs 

• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions 

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays 

• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement 

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Who we are 

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide. 

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you're happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please completethis form.