Clinical Dietitian

Erickson Senior Living; Pompton Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision packages

PTO + volunteer hours

401k with 3% match

Onsite medical centers

Meal discounts on onsite dining

Education assistance and courses

Job summary

Cedar Crest Village by Erickson Senior Living in Pompton Plains, New Jersey is seeking a Per Diem Dietitian to develop and manage nutritional care programs for Continuing Care residents.

You will cover one or two 8-hour shifts per week, ensure regulatory compliance, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and oversee dining services to support residents’ nutrition and well-being. This role offers flexible scheduling, onsite facilities, and growth opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Licensed Dietitian and RD with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Experience in health care food service management and clinical nutrition preferred.
• Knowledge of clinical and administrative dietetics, including terminal illness issues.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Flexible schedule; evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement nutritional care plans based on assessments and integrate into care plans.
• Monitor and document the nutritional status of Continuing Care residents; report findings.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide nutritional counseling and education.
• Oversee food production systems, sanitation, and menu compliance with regulatory standards.
• Contribute to supervision, training, and evaluation of dining services staff.
• Conduct Quality Assurance audits and maintain confidentiality of records.
• Ensure services comply with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain professional knowledge and licensure; foster relationships with residents and team.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical nutrition knowledge

Dietitian license

Education

Registered Dietitian credential

Job description

Location: Cedar Crest Village by Erickson Senior Living

Join our team as a Per Diem Dietitian. In this role, develop and manage nutritional care programs to enhance the quality of life for Erickson Community residents. Ensure compliance with all regulations and support dining operations in Continuing Care.

Make your own schedule! We are looking for someone to cover one or two 8 hour shifts/week.

What We Offer

• A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values
• Medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options
• PTO Plans, PLUS company paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law
• 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match
• Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age
• 30% discount on food and drinks at on-site dining venues, plus additional healthy choice meal options at discounted prices
• Education assistance, certification reimbursement and access to over 6,000 courses through our online learning library, designed to enhance your current skills and build new ones
• Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones!

How You Will Make An Impact

• Develop and implement nutritional care plans based on assessments, integrating them into overall care plans
• Monitor and document the nutritional status of Continuing Care residents and report findings
• Evaluate, document, and report on nutritional needs and discharge summaries for Home Health and Hospice residents
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide nutritional counseling and education
• Educate on dietary plans, food selection, and adapt recommendations to individual needs
• Oversee food production systems, sanitation, and menu compliance with regulatory standards
• Contribute to the supervision, training, and evaluation of dining services staff
• Conduct Quality Assurance audits and maintain confidentiality and safety of records
• Ensure all services and programs comply with federal, state, and local regulations
• Maintain professional knowledge, registration, and licensure, while fostering effective relationships with team members and residents

What You Will Need

• Licensed Dietitian and Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration
• Experience in health care food service management and clinical nutrition preferred
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize clinical and administrative dietetics including issues in persons with terminal illness
• Demonstrate effective communication skills, both verbal and written, initiative to recognize a problem and develop a plan of correction
• Flexible schedule; available for evenings, weekend, and holiday shifts

Compensation: $45/hour

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Cedar Crest is a beautiful 130-acre continuing care retirement community in Pompton Plains, New Jersey. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Cedar Crest helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.