Full Time Nutrition Informatics Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Sodexo has an exciting opportunity for a Nutrition Informatics Registered Dietitian who will support the Hackensack Meridian Health Network (HMH) in NJ.  This position plays a key role in the deployment and maintenance of our menu management application system (Healthtouch) and its integration with Epic electronic health record. The selected candidate will support 11 hospitals across the system in Central and Northern NJ.  This is not a virtual position, although a flexible schedule and limited remote work are offered. 

Experience with Healthtouch or similar patient dining applications is required.   

• Manage the installation, configuration, and interface testing of Healthtouch applications in preparation for Go Live at HMH
• Align hospitals within the HMH system to have standardized protocols, therapeutic diets, and procurement
• Deploy and follow up to capture post-implementation outcomes and ensure smooth operation of the application
• Be a resource for hospital IT departments to communicate technical requirements of the computerized applications  
• Work closely with third party vendor partners as well as external customers and clients
• Ensure continuity and accuracy of menu data entry to meet operational, nutritional, and regulatory requirements  
• Conduct data analysis reporting to include tray metrics, item usage, and patient satisfaction
• Develop and implement projects to support the Healthtouch system with Performance Improvement

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 credentials
• Healthtouch or similar patient dining software experience and a broad understanding and working knowledge of IS&T requirements
• Experience working with key project stakeholders, providing them with clear and concise written and verbal communication;
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills
• Basic knowledge of hospital networks and interfaces
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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 hireCertification/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: 7+ months general supervision  

Minimum Functional Experience:  3 years experienced specialized practitioner in a clinical specialty