School District Dietitian

Sodexo•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! What You'll Do 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 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 complete this form.

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
Minimum Education Requirement: Master's degree with completion of required coursework and supervised practice as dictated by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)
For those eligible for the registration exam prior to 1/1/24: Bachelor's degree with completion of required coursework and supervised practice as dictated by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)
Credentials Requirement: 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