Per Diem Clinical Dietitian — Flexible Schedule, Impactful Care

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

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.