Clinical Dietitian Per Diem

Ernest Health, Inc.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 33,210 - 44,280; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer matching

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program with quarterly welln­

Earned Time Off - start accruing

Continuing education opportunities and

Job summary

Lafayette Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Lafayette, Indiana is seeking a Dietitian to join our team on a per diem basis. You will support inpatient nutrition care, assess dietary needs, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary staff to promote healing.

Our program emphasizes patient-centered care, ongoing education, and adherence to safety and infection control standards, with benefits including retirement plans and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current Dietitian license required or certified by the Commission on Dietetics, as required by state.
• One year of experience in the care of patients in hospital setting preferred.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Ability to utilize the appropriate leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the preparation and serving of meals, in collaboration with the Food Services Manager, based on general or special diets.
• Specifies dietary requirements for patients with special restrictions or nutritional needs.
• Integrates the hospital’s mission and "Guiding Principles" into daily practice.

Skills

Current Dietitian license

Hospital experience

Computer literacy

Job description

Dietitian - Per Diem - Lafayette, Indiana

Lafayette Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Lafayette, Indiana is a state-of-the-art inpatient rehabilitation hospital providing compassionate care to patients in Greater Lafayette and surrounding communities. We specialize in intensive rehabilitation for people overcoming strokes, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, multiple trauma, and complex orthopedic conditions. Our interdisciplinary rehab team – including therapists, nurses, and rehabilitation physicians – tailors comprehensive therapy programs for each patient, helping them relearn skills and gain strength through physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and innovative rehabilitation techniques. The hospital features modern amenities such as a large therapy gym, an indoor therapy pool, and transitional living spaces to practice daily activities, all designed to support a holistic recovery. Accredited and consistently praised for high patient satisfaction and outcomes, Lafayette Regional Rehabilitation Hospital fosters a positive, teamwork-driven culture where patients are empowered to achieve their rehabilitation goals in a warm and professional setting.

Lafayette, Indiana

Located near Purdue University, Lafayette blends academic energy with a small-town feel. Residents enjoy a thriving arts scene, local breweries, and easy access to parks, trails, and family-friendly events.

We are seeking a Dietitian to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through "My Ernest Journey" and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is "You Spoke, We Listened". These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.

Benefits

• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance

Wellness & Work Life Balance

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives
• Earned Time Off - start accruing vacation time on start date

Professional Growth

• Continuing education opportunities and reimbursement

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current Dietitian license required or certified by the Commission on Dietetics, as required by state.
• One year of experience in the care of patients in hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Ability to utilize the appropriate leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.

Responsibilities

Coordinates the preparation and serving of meals, in collaboration with the Food Services Manager, based on general or special diets. Specifies dietary requirements for patients with special restrictions or nutritional needs. Integrates the hospital’s mission and "Guiding Principles" into daily practice.