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Posted: 21-Jun-22
Location: New York, New York
Salary: Open
Categories:
General Nursing
Company Overview
At Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK), we're not only changing the way we treat cancer, but also the way the world thinks about it. By working together and pushing forward with innovation and discovery, we're driving excellence and improving outcomes. We're treating cancer, one patient at a time. Join us and make a difference every day.
In compliance with applicable New York and New Jersey State regulatory authorities, COVID-19 vaccination (2 doses of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine) is mandatory for all MSK employees, contingent workers, and volunteers. Exceptions are permitted for those employees who request and receive an approved medical or fully remote exemption.
*Staff working at a MSK New Jersey location must be up to date with COVID-19 vaccination, which includes having completed the primary COVID-19 vaccination series and booster once eligible as mandated by New Jersey State. All New Jersey staff not yet eligible for a booster must receive a booster within 3 weeks of becoming eligible as a condition of continued employment at MSK.
Note: Individuals are eligible to receive a COVID-19 booster five months after receiving the second dose of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or two months after the J&J vaccine.
Job Description
Are you passionate about food & nutrition?
Do you love engaging with patients in a healthcare setting?
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center is looking for an Inpatient Clinical Dietitian/Nutritionist who is ready to make a difference for our patients at MSK.
The Department of Food and Nutrition Services provides excellent food, enhanced nutrition care, and excellent hospitality to those we serve through innovation, technology and a dedicated staff with clinical and culinary expertise.
You Will:
- Provide comprehensive critical care nutrition care to a variety of oncology inpatients.
- Provide training to fellows, nurse practitioners and nurses in nutrition. Serves as preceptor for dietetic interns.
- Conduct nutrition focused physical exams, document malnutrition, assess nutrition needs and develop, implement/reevaluate care plans for patients of all ages.
- Provide cross coverage for other inpatient units as assigned including ICU and pediatrics.
- Educate patients and family members and communicate patient issues to the health care team.
- Participate in performance activities, quality improvement initiatives, special projects and research studies.
- Document clinical assessments appropriately and maintains accurate, complete records.
- Lead activities and special projects that promote staff development and growth of MSK's clinical nutrition program.
- Make a continuous effort to improve job performance and to develop work-related skills and expertise
You Have:
- Bachelors' degree with major in Food & Nutrition, Dietetics or related field; master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 2-years experience, with at least one year in critical care and oncology nutrition
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Commission on Dietetic Registration
- Certified Dietitian/Nutritionist, New York State
- Advanced level certification: Certified Specialist in Oncology (CSO) or Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation packages | Sick Time |Generous Vacation+ 12 holidays to recharge & refuel| Internal Career Mobility & Performance Consulting | Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA & Dependent Care|403b Retirement Savings Plan Match|Tuition Reimbursement |Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance |Commuter Spending Account |Fitness Discounts &Wellness Program | Resource Networks| Life Insurance & Disability | Remote Flexibility
We believe in communication, openness, and thinking beyond your 8-hour day @ MSK. It's important to us that you have a sense of impact, community, and work/life balance to be and feel your best.
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Closing
MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.
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