School District Dietitian

Sodexo Careers•Omaha, NE

About The Position

Sodexo is seeking a Registered Dietitian to support Millard Public Schools in Omaha, NE. In partnership with Sodexo Schools, you’ll help meet the nutrition needs of more than 23,000 students by serving as the district’s nutrition expert. This Registered Dietitian will provide nutritional guidance and menu support to our operations team and frontline managers as the nutrition expert for the school district. This year-round position is a great opportunity for new RDs, as well as experienced Dietitians! 3 weeks’ vacation and 3 personal days! Reimbursement for AND dues, state licensure fees and CDR renewal! Money toward continuing education events! Up to $5000 tuition reimbursement annually!

Requirements

Registered Dietitian credential and Nebraska state licensure
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to motivate, educate, and influence diverse audiences
Comfort working independently and managing multiple priorities
Cultural awareness and the ability to support students and families from varied backgrounds
Meets eligibility requirements for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and will become registered within 120 days of hire.
In some states and/or facilities the RD/RDN credentials is required at the time of hire
Certification/licensure as required by state(s) of practice. In some states and/or facilities state certification/licensure is required at the time of hire
Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in health care including hospitals, nursing homes, assisted or independent living facilities, long-term care, retirement homes, or clinics + registered dietitian

Responsibilities

Have ownership of menu planning, nutrition analysis, and manage the nutrition database
Conduct quality improvement initiatives and audits to ensure compliance with federal and state child nutrition regulations
Partner with nurses, kitchen staff, and parents on special diet procedures
Train and support staff on PrimeroEdge nutrition software
Address nutrition needs related to allergies, weight management, disordered eating, and other medical conditions
Participate in health fairs, community events, and deliver presentations