Full-Time
Director – Clinical Nutrition
Inova
Nonprofit health system operating hospitals
No salary listed
Arlington, VA, USA
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- Certification - Registered Dietitian (RD) or equivalent upon hire; Basic Life Support within 3 months of hire
- Experience - 8 years of related professional experience; 3 years of management experience
- Education - Bachelor’s degree minimum if licensed before 1/1/2024; Dietitians registered after 1/1/2024 must hold a Master's Degree and accredited Dietetic Internship
- Fosters a culture of learning that promotes career growth and professional development, and proactively seeks out and maintains collaborative relationships with key stakeholders that are integral to moving efforts of the department forward.
- Organizes, monitors, and coordinates all QA and QI activities. Acts as the unit and department leader for quality improvement.
- Oversees the daily operations of all clinical nutrition activities for multi-units in a region.
- Ensures the effective management and maintenance of current and archived records.
- Coordinates and monitors the development of long-range plans and annual department budgets.
- Works closely with leaders to ensure strategic goals are being communicated and met appropriately at each site of care.
- Develops work plans and schedules to ensure appropriate staffing levels.
- Oversees the total scope of clinical nutrition operations for adherence to regulatory agency requirements, institutional, and departmental policies and procedures.
- Promotes advancement of Medical Nutrition Therapy in clear terms, including financial benefits, as needed to Administration and Medical Leadership.
- Acts as an advocate for Registered Dietitians.
- Serves as a clinical management resource to hospital departments through active membership on committees.
- Performs Diet Manual and policy/procedure maintenance according to current practices, national guidelines, and best practices.
- Ensures compliance in accordance with state and the Joint Commission regulations regarding patient care and clinical nutrition.
- Oversees assigned department or functional area to ensure it is performing effectively, which may include but not limited to, preparing and implementing business strategy to achieve the organization’s goals, ensuring legal compliance, communicating and collaborating with stakeholders, managing employment decisions and contributions of supporting team members, and managing departmental budget and fiscal success.
- 5+ years working in an acute care/hospital setting preferably within a larger health system
- Demonstrated success in managing teams of 15+ employees
Inova Health System is a nonprofit healthcare network based in Falls Church, Virginia, providing a broad range of medical services across hospitals, outpatient clinics, assisted living, and long-term care facilities in Northern Virginia and the Washington, D.C. metro area. Its hospitals have Magnet status, indicating high nursing quality, and the system emphasizes care delivery as well as medical research and education through clinicians and scientists. The organization’s operations rely on reinvesting earnings into its mission rather than distributing profits to shareholders, with the Inova Health Foundation supporting fundraising and philanthropy to expand services, research, and training. Overall, Inova aims to improve community health by delivering patient care, advancing medical knowledge, and educating the next generation of healthcare professionals.
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Total Funding
$422.8M
Headquarters
Falls Church, Virginia
Founded
1956
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- New Alexandria campus adds 192 beds with cancer center by 2028.
- Franconia-Springfield campus expands emergency and orthopedic services in 2028.
- Twig volunteers donate $2 million for eastern region hospital programs.
What critics are saying
- Medicaid cuts slash 15% funding for Inova Cares clinics in 2026.
- Physician shortages cause 6-week wait times at Annandale clinic now.
- Moody's downgrades bonds from expansion, sparking $500M debt crisis.
What makes Inova unique
- Inova's hospitals all hold Magnet status for nursing excellence.
- Inova Cares clinics deliver primary care to underserved Medicaid patients.
- Inova reinvests nonprofit surpluses into community health innovation.
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Alexandria's Twig volunteers give $2 million gift to support new Inova hospital at Landmark. 90-year legacy of local philanthropy continues with major investment in Alexandria's future healthcare. 2 minutes read Press play to listen to this content ALEXANDRIA, VA - For more than nine decades, a group of dedicated Alexandria volunteers has quietly helped shape the future of local healthcare. Now, they're making one of their most significant contributions yet. The Junior Auxiliary of Inova Alexandria Hospital - better known as The Twig - has made a $2 million gift to support the new Inova Alexandria Hospital currently under construction at the former Landmark Mall site. The gift will help fund programs and facilities in Inova's eastern region and is part of the health system's broader Do. More. Together. campaign, aimed at expanding access to care and advancing medical services across Northern Virginia. In recognition of the contribution, the new hospital's conference center will be named in honor of The Twig. A legacy rooted in Alexandria. Founded in 1933, The Twig has raised more than $7 million over the years to support patient care, medical equipment, and hospital improvements at Inova Alexandria. The all-volunteer organization is a familiar presence in the community, known for operating its popular thrift shop, organizing the annual Historic Alexandria Homes Tour, and hosting other local fundraisers - all to support the hospital and promote community health. "This gift represents both our history and our future," said Twig President Lori Ring. "Twig members have long believed a strong hospital is essential to a strong community. As Inova Alexandria Hospital prepares to move into its new home, we are proud to continue our tradition of supporting exceptional care for our neighbors." A new chapter for healthcare in Alexandria. The modern campus is designed to expand access to advanced medical technology, specialty services, and innovative care - while maintaining the hospital's longstanding commitment to compassionate, community-centered treatment. "This extraordinary commitment from The Twig reflects the deep partnership between our hospital and the Alexandria community," said Dr. Rina Bansal, President of Inova Alexandria Hospital. "For decades, Twig members have given their time, their energy and their resources to support patient care. Their newest gift will help ensure that the next generation of patients benefits from world-class facilities and services right here in Alexandria." Community-powered care. The Twig's latest gift will play a key role in Inova's Eastern Region Development Plan, helping enhance healthcare services across Alexandria and southern Fairfax County. As construction continues at Landmark, the project represents more than just a new building - it's a reflection of decades of community investment. And thanks to The Twig, that tradition of giving is as strong as ever.
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Fairfax, VA - The Inova Fairfax Hospital Adult Emergency Department has been selected as a recipient of the 2025 Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) Lantern Award, which recognizes leadership, practice, education and advocacy - resulting in improved patient care and staff wellbeing.
Inova Alexandria Hospital tied for the #7 Best Hospital in DC and #12 in Virginia.