Senior Registered Dietitian -Oncology

University Hospital, Newark NJ•Newark, NJ

6h•$85,790 - $123,603•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Oncology Dietitian is considered an expert in oncology nutrition care. The Senior Registered Dietitian works closely with the multidisciplinary cancer team to provide medical nutrition therapy (MNT) to individuals and groups in an outpatient cancer setting. The dietitian provides nutrition care to help patients meet their medical goals and objectives, including addressing nutrition-related problems, chronic disease management, disease prevention, and overall wellness. Utilizing the Nutrition Care Process and Terminology (NCPT), the dietitian assesses nutrition status, identifies nutrition diagnoses, and develops, implements, and evaluates outcomes of nutrition care plans for patients at nutritional risk. The Senior Registered Dietitian provides nutrition education and counseling to patients, families, and the community. Responsibilities also include training nutrition and dietetics interns and other healthcare professional students; applying evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines, instructional methods, and tools; participating in cancer committees and quality improvement programs related to oncology nutrition; assisting with the development of workflows, policies, and procedures; and mentoring and training new dietitians and staff in nutrition topics and evidence-based research.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field is required.
Graduate degree required for individuals seeking registration eligibility on or after January 1, 2024, in accordance with the Commission on Dietetic Registration requirements.
Three (3) years of experience as a Registered Dietitian in acute care or ambulatory settings required.
At least one (1) year of experience working with oncology patients in an outpatient setting required.
Board Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition (CSO) certification required, or must be obtained within one (1) year of employment.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement new initiatives.
Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
Ability to work independently, prioritize patient care, and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
Strong ability to collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary cancer care team.

Nice To Haves

MSN highly desired.
Ideal candidate is a dynamic and motivated Registered Dietitian with a commitment to advancing oncology nutrition services.

Responsibilities

Provides comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to oncology patients in an outpatient setting.
Collaborates with a multidisciplinary cancer care team to support patients' nutritional needs and treatment goals.
Assesses patients' nutritional status using the Nutrition Care Process and Terminology (NCPT) framework.
Identifies nutrition-related diagnoses and develops individualized nutrition care plans.
Implements, monitors, and evaluates nutrition interventions for patients at nutritional risk.
Supports the management of chronic diseases, disease prevention, wellness, and nutrition-related health concerns.
Delivers nutrition education and counseling to patients, families, caregivers, and community members.
Applies evidence-based nutrition guidelines, research, educational resources, and best practices in patient care.
Participates in cancer program committees, quality improvement initiatives, and oncology nutrition projects.
Assists in the development and improvement of departmental workflows, policies, and procedures.
Serves as a preceptor and educator for dietetic interns, nutrition students, and other healthcare trainees.
Mentors, trains, and supports newly hired dietitians and staff on nutrition-related topics and current evidence-based practices.
Promotes high-quality patient outcomes through interdisciplinary collaboration and continuous quality improvement efforts.