Senior Registered Dietitian -Oncology

University Hospital; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 86,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental & Vision Insurance

HSA & FSA

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Pension Plan

Pet Insurance

EAP

Professional Development

Job summary

University Hospital in Newark, NJ seeks a Senior Oncology Dietitian to lead medical nutrition therapy for outpatient oncology patients. You’ll collaborate with the cancer care team, assess nutrition status using NCPT, and develop individualized care plans to support treatment goals.

The role includes mentoring dietitians and interns, participating in quality improvement initiatives, and applying evidence-based guidelines.

Qualifications

• MSN highly desired; Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field required.
• Graduate degree required for registration eligibility 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.
• 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.

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

Skills

CSO certification

Education

MSN

Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics/Nutrition

Graduate degree required for registration eligibility after Jan 1, 2024

Job description

Overview

About the Role

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

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• 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

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

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

What We Offer

• Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development

Compensation

In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is PS/29S $85,790 -$123,603 per year per year. University Hospital considers multiple factors when determining compensation, including (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education and training, key skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational needs. The expected salary range for this position is in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About Us

University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.