Oncology Dietitian: Personal Cancer Nutrition (PRN)

Avera McKennan; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Avera Cancer Institute in Sioux Falls is seeking a Dietitian to provide nutrition care for cancer patients across treatment stages, including prevention, treatment, and palliative care.

You will perform nutrition assessments, develop tailored plans, and communicate with the care team to ensure seamless nutrition support throughout hospitalization and beyond. This PRN, day-shift role is located in oncology and requires a commitment to compassionate, evidence-based care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or related field required.
• Dietetic Internship or similar Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics approved program required, unless already registered with CDR.
• Registered Dietitian - CDR within 180 days of employment.
• Licensed Dietitian - state licensure required where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient nutritional status and needs in a timely manner.
• Develop and implement individualized medical nutrition therapy plans with measurable goals.
• Educate patients and families on nutrition requirements and treatment plans.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of nutrition care from admission to discharge.
• Provide community nutrition education and participate in outreach activities.

Job description

Avera Cancer Institute in Sioux Falls is seeking a Dietitian to provide nutrition care for cancer patients across treatment stages, including prevention, treatment, and palliative care.

You will perform nutrition assessments, develop tailored plans, and communicate with the care team to ensure seamless nutrition support throughout hospitalization and beyond. This PRN, day-shift role is located in oncology and requires a commitment to compassionate, evidence-based care.