.Location: Miramar, FloridaAt Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.Summary: Directs the functional area's activities and resources of the Food and Nutrition Department to ensure alignment with Memorial Healthcare System.Responsibilities:Analyzes production services, clinical systems and practices to provide leadership with decision support information.Oversees complaint management to achieve performance and quality control objectives.Plans and monitors staffing functions, including hiring, orienting, evaluating and disciplinary actions accordingly for the department.Ensures the clinical nutrition, patient services and culinary areas are following appropriate regulatory standards and policies; has complete oversight for the department's performance improvement plan and data analysis.Assists with maintaining operational, strategic and capital budgets for the department.Pursues and implements cost savings initiatives and strategies.Develops and implements department operational goals; creates and implements policies and procedures consistent with the administrative, legal and ethical requirements and objectives of the organization.Responsible for complete departmental oversight in the absence of the director.Competencies: ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT, KITCHEN SANITATION, MANAGING PEOPLE, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOREducation and Certification Requirements:Bachelors (Required)Registered Dietitian CDR Certification (CDR) - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)Additional Job Information:Complexity of Work: Excellent time management skills. This role requires critical thinking skills, effective communication, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. The incumbent must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action when required.Required Work Experience: Two (2) years of clinical nutrition or food service experience; healthcare management experience preferred