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Travel RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
New York City, New York
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center - 1275 York Avenue

$1,761/week

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Job Opportunity: Clinical Dietitian/Nutritionist

Location: New York, NY
Employment Type: Clinical-Allied
Contract Length: 23 weeks

Job Summary

Provide comprehensive nutrition care to patients of all ages by assessing nutrition needs, developing, implementing, and reevaluating care plans. Educate patients and family members and communicate patient issues to the healthcare team.

Key Responsibilities

Perform initial nutrition risk screening and classify patients accordingly.
Complete comprehensive nutrition assessments within established timeframes based on risk level.
Approve diet orders and manage initiation and advancement of enteral feedings per policy.
Calculate patient nutrition requirements (calories, fluids, protein) using standardized formulas.
Develop and implement nutrition care plans tailored to patient needs.
Recommend diet changes, enteral formulas, and nutrition supplements to meet calorie-protein requirements.
Monitor patient nutrition status and adjust diet prescriptions as needed.
Coordinate outpatient/home care services and special nutrition needs prior to discharge.
Refer patients to social services when appropriate.
Provide patient, family, and caregiver education on diets and nutrition topics.
Conduct inservice education for healthcare team members on nutrition-related topics.
Precept dietetic internship students during clinical rotations, providing guidance and feedback.
Counsel patients and caregivers considering cultural, religious, and ethnic food preferences; document education and adherence assessments.

Required Qualifications

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with at least 2 years of experience, including experience within the last year.
Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist in New York State.
Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition or a related field.

About New York, NY

As a Travel Registered Dietitian in New York, NY here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

New York City has a high cost of living, significantly above the national average.
Wages are generally higher to match the cost of living, but it's important to budget carefully.

Weather

Summer average highs are around 84°F (29°C) and lows around 68°F (20°C).
Winter average highs are around 38°F (3°C) and lows around 26°F (-3°C).

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals can be found, but they may be more expensive and in high demand.
It's recommended to start the search early.

Transportation

New York City is not car-friendly, but it has an extensive public transportation system including subways, buses, and commuter trains.

Demographics

New York City is incredibly diverse, with a wide range of ages and ethnicities.
Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air pollution.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities in the city.

Things to Do

New York City offers a plethora of options for dining, art, music, and sports.
From world-class restaurants to Broadway shows, museums, concerts, and professional sports teams, there is always something to do in the city.

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