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Amergis

Registered Dietitian - State Hospital

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What they do

A Dietitian or Nutritionist provides clients with advice on healthy eating, and helps to plan nutritional menus. Works with individuals who have specific dietary needs, such as hospital patients, or oversees food programs in schools, hospitals, and other large organizations. May work in a community setting or non-profit, governmental, or public health organization, offering nutritional advice to specific groups of people.

$74,311 / year median in Colorado

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

Local Pay:
$30/hr
Travel Pay:
$1,300 gross weekly
Setting:
Psych Hospital Location:
Pueblo, CO Hours:
40 hours a week, excluding government holidays Orientation is 40 hours for the first 2 weeks on day shift
Notes:
must bed comfortable working in a forensic patient population and hold a registered dietitian certification
Start:
1st and 3rd week of every month with the exception of December only having one start date
Contract Length:
26 weeks Amergis Healthcare Staffing is looking for Clinic Dietitians. Level I Coordinator all phases of nutrition care including nutrition assessment, care planning, monitoring, education and counseling of hospitalized patients and outpatients in a variety of settings. Perform duties in support of and in compliance with performance improvement plans, Joint Commission and other licensing, accrediting, and regulatory agencies. Level II Function in a supervisory role as a team leader in addition to the duties and responsibilities of Level I.
Minimum Requirements:
Level I + Baccalaureate degree in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics, Nutritional Sciences, Human Nutrition, or comparable major preferred and or per state requirements. + One year in an acute care environment preferred; experience may be waived for specific positions. + Current BLS card. Level II + Level II Same as Level I + Two years in an acute care environment with one year supervisory experience preferred; experience may be waived for specific positions + Successful completion of coordinated program or dietetic internship of not less than 900 hours underthe supervision of a Registered Dietitian preferred + Level I and II must pass The Company testing process + Current BLS card + Current physical exam per state or contract regulations. + Current TB test or chest x-ray
  • Benefits
  • At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs
  • Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
CO Specific Benefits:
Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical), Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account , 401(k), 401(k) Company Match, Profit Sharing, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Transportation Benefits, CommonBond, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program, Paid Time Off/Company Holidays
  • About Amergis
  • Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988.
We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
  • Job Category:
  • Allied
  • Job Function:
  • Allied | Dietitian | Dietitian
  • Job Type:
  • Travel
  • Setting:
  • Healthcare Facilities
  • Position Type:
  • Healthcare
  • Office Number:
  • 0296
  • Contract Duration:
  • 26 •
Pay Rate:
  • $1340 / Week
  • Date Posted:
  • 2026-06-16T21:45:00