Inpatient Certified Advanced Nutrition Coordinator (NICU)-Clinical Nutrition-Mount Sinai Hospital-Full Time/Days

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Inpatient Certified Advanced Nutrition Coordinator-Mount Sinai Hospital
The Inpatient Certified Advanced Nutrition Coordinator (NICU) serves as the clinical expert for neonatal nutrition and provides advanced nutrition care for critically ill and medically complex neonates within the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Utilizing advanced clinical expertise in neonatal nutrition support, fluid and electrolyte management, growth monitoring and intervention planning, human milk and formula feeding practices, and interdisciplinary care coordination, this position independently manages this specialized patient population and serves as a key resource to physicians, nurses, pharmacists, therapists, and nutrition professionals. The Advanced Nutrition Coordinator provides leadership in clinical practice, quality improvement, program development, research activities, staff education, and competency development. This role supports the advancement of evidence-based neonatal nutrition care, contributes to departmental and organizational strategic initiatives, and may assume delegated leadership responsibilities in collaboration with the Clinical Nutrition Manager/Director.
Responsibilities
• Coordinates the nutrition care of critically ill and medically complex neonates, including extremely low birth weight infants, premature infants, surgical neonates, and infants with congenital anomalies or complex medical conditions. Develops, monitors, and adjusts individualized enteral and parenteral nutrition regimens in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team for both pediatric and neonatal patients Provides NICU nutrition support, consultation, and coverage across Mount Sinai Health System NICU sites as needed Management of human milk fortification (donor and expressed) and specialized feeding formulation, including collaboration and oversight of the Milk/Formula Room. Works in partnership with the interdisciplinary team developing interventions and care plans to meet individualized needs of patients in the NICU. Completes documentation in the medical record per policy. Provides clinical leadership for neonatal and pediatric nutrition initiatives and serves as a subject matter expert for neonatal nutrition across assigned campuses and care settings. Participates in the oversight and continuous improvement of milk and formula preparation processes, donor human milk program, and feeding safety initiatives in the Milk/Formula Room. Provides comprehensive nutrition education and discharge planning for families and caregivers, including instruction on human milk fortification, formula preparation, enteral feeding regimens, growth monitoring, and transition of care to outpatient providers and community resources. Provides coverage to outpatient NICU follow-up programs. Assists with neonatal nutrition quality indicators and utilizes data to identify opportunities for clinical, operational, and patient safety improvement. Supports service line initiatives, program growth, and strategic planning activities related to neonatal nutrition services. Provides clinical oversight, mentorship, and advanced practice guidance to dietitians, dietetic interns, milk and formula coordinators, and other healthcare professionals involved in neonatal nutrition care. Develops and delivers educational programs, in-services, lectures, and interdisciplinary training related to neonatal nutrition, nutrition support, and feeding practices. Coordinates and participates in neonatal nutrition research, evidence-based practice initiatives, and scholarly activities designed to advance neonatal nutrition outcomes. Collaborates with physicians, researchers, trainees, and interdisciplinary teams on research projects, publications, presentations, and quality improvement studies. Participates in the recruitment, hiring, training, development, and discipline of department staff. Participates in staff competency evaluations and provides input regarding clinical performance, including professional development, hiring, onboarding, training, and performance appraisal completion, as assigned, Actively participates in department and hospital committees and meetings. Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, accountability, and a commitment to excellence in patient care. Fosters a culture of collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement among departmental and interdisciplinary team members. Supports department/program goals. Ensures compliance with department and hospital policies and procedures, quality standards, and safety standards. Provides weekend and holiday coverage, as needed. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution, with completion of ACEND (Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition & Dietetics)-accredited dietetic internship
• Master’s Degree preferred

Experience Requirements
• 3+ years of clinical experience, minimum 1 year in pediatrics/NICU
• Research experience preferred

Licensing and Certification Requirements (if applicable)
• Registered Dietitian (RD) from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) required
• Certified Dietitian Nutritionist (CDN) from the NYS Department of Education Office of the Professions preferred.
• Advanced Certification, i.e. Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition (CSP), Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Critical Care Nutrition (CSPCC), Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) required

Employer Description
Strength through Unity and Inclusion
The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual.
At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history.
About the Mount Sinai Health System:
Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time — discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it. Through the integration of its hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patients’ medical and emotional needs at the center of all treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, receiving high "Honor Roll" status, and are highly ranked: No. 1 in Geriatrics, top 5 in Cardiology/Heart Surgery, and top 20 in Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology/GI Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology/Lung Surgery, Rehabilitation, and Urology. New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai is ranked No. 12 in Ophthalmology. U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” ranks Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital among the country’s best in several pediatric specialties. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and in the 99th percentile in research dollars per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Newsweek’s “The World’s Best Smart Hospitals” ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally.
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The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization.
Compensation
The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $79720 - $119580 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.