Clinical Nutrition Manager 2

Sodexo is seeking a Clinical Nutrition Manager to oversee the operations of the Nutrition Lab at the Children's Hospital at Erlanger. This role will be involved in developing procedures and protocols, managing inventory, ensuring quality and safety compliance, and providing clinical coverage in the NICU as needed. The position requires strong leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to improve nutrition strategies and patient outcomes. 

Reimbursement for AND dues, state licensure fees and CDR renewal

three weeks of vacation (four weeks after a year), eight holidays and three personal days paid each year

reimbursement for continuing education events

up to $5000 tuition reimbursement annually

career advancement opportunities with Sodexo’s Clinical Career Ladder

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Nutrition Lab, including ordering products and managing inventory
• Ensure formula storage, preparation, and delivery meet quality and safety standards 
• Direct the activities of technicians, including hiring, training, scheduling, and competency assessments
• Manage the Timeless barcoding system and manual downtime product labeling procedures
• Act as a liaison between the Nutrition Lab, clinical nutrition, and healthcare professionals to communicate changes and address concerns 
• Participate in NICU nutrition committees and quality improvement projects, including data collection and presentation 
• Stay current with scientific literature to support the clinical nutrition team and educate patients and families on nutrition strategies 
• Provide clinical coverage in the NICU during staff shortages or as needed 

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.

• Registered Dietitian credential with a minimum of three years of progressive clinical nutrition experience in pediatrics, including NICU 
• Staff management or leadership experience is strongly preferred
• Specialized certification (e.g., CSP, CNSC, CLC, IBCLC) is preferred 
• License as a dietitian in the state of TN or the ability to obtain 
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team 

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.

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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 Management Experience: At least 13 months experience supervising and directing people and other resources to achieve specific end results within limited timeframes.

Minimum Functional Experience: 3 years as experienced practitioner able to work unsupervised and provide professional supervision to developing practitioners