Nutrition Support Dietitian

Nutrition Support Dietitian

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Nutrition Support Dietitian to provide advanced, evidence-based nutrition care within the Clinical NutritionInpatient department. This team delivers specialized nutrition assessment, intervention, and monitoring for medically complex patients in an acute care environment, partnering closely with interdisciplinary teams to support optimal clinical outcomes.

As a Nutrition Support Dietitian at UT MD Anderson, the Nutrition Support Dietitian will play a key role in delivering high-quality patient-centered care, participating in clinical rounds, and leading nutrition-related initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and operational effectiveness. UT MD Anderson is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention, offering a collaborative environment where the Nutrition Support Dietitian contributes to both patient care excellence and advancing clinical nutrition practice.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree with completion of an Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics-approved internship, with a Master's degree preferred, along with relevant clinical nutrition experience in complex care settings. The candidate will also maintain active Registered Dietitian, Licensed Dietitian, and Certified Nutrition Support Clinician credentials and demonstrate strong leadership, collaboration, and advanced clinical practice capabilities.

Minimum $89,000 Midpoint $111,000 Maximum $133,000 Work Location: Onsite

Why Us? Working as a Nutrition Support Dietitian at UT MD Anderson offers the opportunity to contribute directly to life-changing cancer care while advancing professional expertise in a nationally recognized clinical environment. This role supports meaningful interdisciplinary collaboration, ongoing professional growth, and the ability to lead impactful nutrition initiatives, all while maintaining balance through a structured work environment.

Responsibilities

Direct Patient Care

Provide evidence-based nutrition care aligned with diagnosis, treatment plan, age, and individualized patient needs

Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments integrating subjective and objective data and nutrition-focused physical exams

Determine individualized nutrient needs and develop care plans using guidelines and clinical judgment

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and participate in patient care rounds

Recommend, implement, and monitor nutrition interventions for optimal outcomes

Complete timely and accurate documentation consistent with policies and regulatory standards

Deliver initial and follow-up care within established timeframes and reassessment criteria

Identify patient and family education needs and provide appropriate instruction

Assess learning barriers and document educational interventions

Cross-cover additional inpatient or outpatient services as needed

Advanced Practice & Leadership

Demonstrate advanced practice through leadership beyond routine patient care

Lead or co-lead Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement initiatives

Contribute to clinical and operational improvement projects

Develop and implement programs, protocols, or tools to enhance clinical outcomes

Deliver presentations, lectures, or posters at professional conferences

Author or co-author manuscripts, articles, or institutional content

Volunteer in institutional outreach or public engagement initiatives

Provide formal presentations to interdisciplinary teams

Develop educational materials for professional or community use

Participate actively in professional organizations or initiatives

Clinical Practice & Professional Development

Maintain high competency in nutrition research, standards, and clinical practice

Participate in staff development through formal and informal education

Contribute to development and revision of departmental resources and policies

Share evidence-based practices and case studies with peers and teams

Mentor and precept new staff, students, interns, and observers

Participate in workgroups or institutional committees

Attend meetings regularly and complete assigned tasks

Provide relevant updates and information to clinical teams

Other Duties

Perform additional duties and projects as assigned

Education

Required: Bachelor's Degree and

Required: Completion of an Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) approved dietetic internship or its equivalent.

Preferred: Master's Degree

Work Experience

Required: 4 years Clinical nutrition experience. or

Required: 2 years Required experience with preferred degree.

Licenses and Certifications

Required: RD - Registered Dietitian Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).

Required: LD - Licensed Dietitian Texas State Board of Examiners of Dietitians.

Required: CNSC - Certified Nutrition Support Clinician.

MD Anderson Cancer Center